Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning methods and evidence

The lecture duration is 1hr 04min.

1 CPD Point, 1 CEU, 1 CME credit approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Louise Rose
Professor of Nursing at King’s College London
Lecture Summary

In this talk, I will discuss current thinking in terms of the epidemiology of weaning and current definitions i.e. who are we weaning. I will discuss weaning methods including spontaneous breathing trials, weaning protocols and automated weaning modes including the evidence supporting these weaning tools. I will highlight recent evidence on the role of non-invasive ventilation for weaning. Finally, I will discuss weaning in patients experiencing prolonged mechanical ventilation.

Target Audience

Critical Care Nurses
Trainee Critical Care Doctors

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Understand the terminology/definitions of weaning & prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV)
  • Describe the weaning process
  • Understand the evidence for spontaneous breathing trials (SBTs), protocols and automated systems
  • Identify the role of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in weaning
  • Describe the complexities of PMV and considerations other than the ventilator