2019-12-11 (三) 12:30 ~ 13:30

Many patients in intensive care units (ICUs) are difficult-to-wean off of mechanical ventilation, thereby delaying extubation. The management of patients who are difficult-to-wean in the ICU is reviewed here. Details regarding readiness testing, methods of weaning, and the management of patients who require prolonged mechanical ventilation in long-term care facilities are provided separately.