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Chapter 1

Modes of noninvasive ventilation

In this chapter, you’ll learn the different ways NIV can be applied in the acute setting, how these settings differ, and why that's important.
5 Lessons
7:26 min
Modes of noninvasive ventilation intro
0:37 min
Mastering continuous positive airway pressure
2:07 min
Mastering bilevel positive airway pressure
1:54 min
Deciphering the acronyms
2:48 min
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Chapter 2

Physiologic effects of NIV

Here, you’ll review the physiologic changes that occur when negative pressure ventilation is changed to positive pressure ventilation, and why this matters.
7 Lessons
14:39 min
Physiologic effects of NIV intro
0:53 min
Improving oxygenation
2:05 min
Improving ventilation
2:17 min
Enhancing pulmonary physiology
3:18 min
Reducing preload
3:07 min
Decreasing afterload
2:59 min
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Chapter 3

Traditional applications

This chapter reviews indications for noninvasive ventilation. You’ll learn how to manage obstructive sleep apnea, apply CPAP / BPAP in pulmonary edema, and more.
6 Lessons
11:38 min
Traditional applications intro
0:45 min
Managing obstructive sleep apnea
3:32 min
Applying CPAP in pulmonary edema
3:17 min
Applying BPAP in pulmonary edema
1:48 min
Using BPAP for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
2:16 min
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Chapter 4

Controversial uses

Here, you’ll look at controversies around the use of NIV in severe pneumonia, ARDS, asthma, and patients with altered mental status as well as learn how to avoid deadly NIV pitfalls.
6 Lessons
13:18 min
Controversial uses intro
0:56 min
Treating pneumonia
3:52 min
Managing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
3:24 min
Managing asthma
2:55 min
Addressing altered mental status
2:11 min
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Chapter 5

Situational applications

This chapter will cover the use of NIV in patients before and after being placed on mechanical ventilation, and in patients for which mechanical ventilation is not an option.
5 Lessons
10:26 min
Situational applications intro
0:50 min
Preoxygenating with NIV
3:47 min
Applying NIV after extubation
3:21 min
Using NIV in palliative care
2:28 min
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Chapter 6

Practical pearls for applying NIV

Many patients have difficulty adjusting to NIV. In this chapter, you’ll learn some tips and tricks for making patients tolerate NIV to reap the benefits of this tool.
5 Lessons
11:04 min
Practical pearls for applying NIV intro
0:37 min
Choosing the right mask
3:26 min
Initiating NIV
2:59 min
Titrating NIV
4:02 min
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Chapter 7

High-flow nasal cannula

High-flow nasal cannula is increasingly utilized as a noninvasive form of respiratory support. This chapter discusses mechanisms and indications for use, and how to avoid failure.
6 Lessons
8:54 min
High-flow nasal cannula intro
0:42 min
Appreciating high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
2:41 min
Treating hypoxic patients
1:53 min
Predicting failure
2:41 min
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Noninvasive Ventilation Masterclass outro
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Chapter 8

Bonus lesson (non-accredited)—Noninvasive ventilation for the support of COVID-19 pneumonia

This lesson examines the risks of using noninvasive ventilation in COVID-19 patients, when to consider its use, and how to safely administer it if there are no other options.
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7:36 min
Noninvasive ventilation for the support of COVID-19 pneumonia
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