Postoperative Pulmonary Complications - Management of Postoperative Respiratory Insufficiency

Postoperative Pulmonary Complications - Management of Postoperative Respiratory Insufficiency is a topic covered in the Clinical Anesthesia Procedures.

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Management of Postoperative Respiratory Insufficiency

The immediate goal of managing a patient with respiratory insufficiency is to ensure adequate oxygenation and ventilation. As this is being accomplished, attention should focus on diagnosing and reversing the underlying process(es).

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Management of Postoperative Respiratory Insufficiency

The immediate goal of managing a patient with respiratory insufficiency is to ensure adequate oxygenation and ventilation. As this is being accomplished, attention should focus on diagnosing and reversing the underlying process(es).

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