Sánchez CN, Gutiérrez DV, Rodríguez AA

Language: Spanish
References: 4
Page: 30-34
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ABSTRACT

Equipment installation for inhaled nitric oxide therapy in required mechanical ventilation patients is a set of activities that pretend to assure the safe and continual administration of inhaled nitric oxide in order to avoid or limit the secondary effects resulting from this therapy. This procedure is divided in three stages: the supply system preparation of the nitric oxide, the connection of the gas injection system and the monitoring gas supply installation; is essential, as well, keep in mind the indications, contraindications, complications and main points in all the system installation process.

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