High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is no longer a solution looking for a problem. Instead, it has shown to be a supportive therapy that is both safe and effective in various clinical situations. This presentation will review the current literature support for the use of high flow nasal cannula, the mechanism of action that impacts work of breathing/gas exchange, and patient selection considerations.
Presented by Brady Scott, MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS, FAARC
Original webcast date: February 27, 2018
This archived webcast is approved for 1.0 CRCE Hour
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This webcast is sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Fisher & Paykel Healthcare.
- Describe the mechanisms of action of high flow nasal cannula impact work of breathing and gas exchange.
- Review the current literature regarding the use of high flow nasal cannula.
- Describe patient selection and clinical applications of high flow nasal cannula.