Capnography: An Underutilized Tool That Can Save Lives
Often referred to as, “the sixth vital sign," the routine use of capnography appears to be lacking in hospitals, both across the United States as well as globally.
Often referred to as, “the sixth vital sign," the routine use of capnography appears to be lacking in hospitals, both across the United States as well as globally.
Often referred to as, “the sixth vital sign,” the routine use of capnography appears to be lacking in hospitals, both across the United States as well as globally.
Read MoreFor patients in the pediatric ICU, pulse oximetry and waveform capnography are valuable tools to monitor the effectiveness of respiratory support and to inform treatment decisions.
Read MoreGE Healthcare has integrated Medtronic Microstream capnography and INVOS regional oximetry technology into its Carescape precision monitoring platform for perioperative and ICU care.
Read MoreVyaire Medical has released the SuperNO2VA Et, a mask that stents open the airway, thus avoiding airway collapse while accurately monitoring EtCO2.
Read MoreCapnography is an essential monitoring technique in for cardiac patients requiring resuscitation and respiratory support. Here are four things to remember when monitoring EtCO2 in prehospital settings.
Read MoreMasimo’s EMMA Portable Capnograph was useful for assessment of the respiratory condition in children with tracheostomy, according to an international study.
Read MoreRespiratory compromise is the second leading avoidable patient safety issue in the US, with more than 60% of arrests classified as potentially avoidable.
Read MoreCapsule Technologies has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Vitals Plus monitoring solution with the Masimo NomoLine ISA CO2 module.
Read MoreAn analysis of over 1,000 medical and surgical patients receiving IV opioids for pain found that opioid-induced respiratory depression (OIRD) occurred in 46% of patients.
Read MoreThis product comparison matrix explores some of the latest capnography and EtCO2 monitoring technology from Masimo, Medtronic and Nonin Medical.
Read MoreA partnership will integrate additional Masimo measurement technologies into select Philips IntelliVue MX-series multi-parameter monitors to help clinicians assess cerebral oximetry and ventilation status.
Read MoreCarbon dioxide monitoring is especially important for patients undergoing anesthesia and for patients who have an airway management device in place.
Read MoreA look at oximetry and patient monitoring technology from Masimo, Nonin Medical, Sentec Inc, Bernoulli, and Thought Technology.
Read MoreDespite the vast number of guidelines touting capnography, some clinicians may not see its value due to a lack of knowledge and ability to correctly apply and interpret results in a meaningful manner.
Read MoreA look at patient monitoring and pulse oximetry technology from SenTec, Bernoulli, Zoe Medical, and Medtronic.
Read MoreA podcast with Jenifer Lightdale, MPH, MD, emphasized the need for capnography monitoring of all patients receiving sedation.
Read MoreReliable noninvasive measurement of blood oxygen for hypoxic, critical care newborns and children is essential to positive patient outcomes, but monitoring this population can be a challenge.
Read MoreFor postsurgical patients receiving pain medications, effective respiratory monitoring is critical. As a result, more and more facilities are expanding their use of capnography to ensure patient safety and prevent adverse events.
Read MoreRT Magazine takes a closer look at 7 patient monitoring and pulse oximetry devices from leading manufacturers like Covidien, Masimo, and Nonin Medical.
Read MoreDespite criticism from some in the industry, research supports the use of capnography for moderate procedural sedation during endoscopic procedures.
Read MoreAs the use of sedation for pediatric patients expands into areas outside the operating room, when called upon, RTs must be ready to assist in monitoring the safety of these patients.
Read MoreThe DRE Echo CO2 Capnograph Monitor works with a facility’s existing monitoring technology to integrate capnography.
Read MoreThe Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation has noted an underappreciated risk of serious injury from patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)—including life threatening respiratory depression (RD) in young, healthy patients.
Read MoreA comprehensive and collaborative strategy for choosing the appropriate capnography equipment can ensure the investment fits the needs for every department and improves patient safety hospital-wide.
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