Purpose We aimed to evaluate whether high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is an effective and
safe method for adult patients with acute hypercapnic respiratory failure (AHRF). Methods …

For critically ill patients who are recovering from critical illness requiring invasive ventilation,
liberation from mechanical ventilation refers to the processes of weaning and a …

Background Although cumulative studies have demonstrated a beneficial effect of high-flow
nasal cannula oxygen (HFNC) in acute hypercapnic respiratory failure, randomized trials to …

High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) systems deliver heated and humidified gases, usually at 30–
60 L/min, at a set desired fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2)[1]. This, in turn, improves carbon …

BACKGROUND: Home noninvasive ventilation (NIV) may improve chronic hypercarbia in
COPD and patient-important outcomes. The efficacy of home high-flow nasal cannula …

Objective The aims were twofold:(a) to map tools documented in the literature to evaluate
comfort among patients undergoing high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) treatment; and (b) to …

Acute respiratory failure is a common reason for emergency department visits and hospital
admissions. Diverse underlying physiologic abnormalities lead to unique aspects about the …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can lead to acute hypercapnic respiratory failure
(AHRF), often treated using noninvasive ventilation (NIV). Emerging research suggests the …

The patient requiring noninvasive ventilation presents one of the most challenging
nutritional challenges. The main steps to improve nutrition administration are to assess …

High-flow nasal therapy (HFNT) was introduced into clinical practice in the early 2000s as a
form of noninvasive respiratory support (NIRS). During the last 20 years, a growing body of …