Lippincott Nursing Pocket Card - August 2021
Based on the progress made in mechanically ventilated patients, it has been theorized that adopting the prone position for conscious, non-intubated patients with COVID-19 ARDS may help improve oxygenation, reduce the need for invasive ventilation and potentially decrease mortality. The potential physiologic benefits include:
Evaluate patient for the following absolute and relative contraindications:
If oxygen saturations deteriorate, take the following steps:
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