Association of weaning preparedness with extubation outcome of mechanically ventilated patients in medical intensive care units: a retrospective analysis

Background Assessment of preparedness of weaning has been recommended before extubation for mechanically ventilated patients. We aimed to understand the association of a structured assessment of weaning preparedness with successful liberation. Methods We retrospectively investigated patients with ac...

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Main Authors: Feng-Ching Lin, Yao-Wen Kuo, Jih-Shuin Jerng, Huey-Dong Wu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2020-04-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/8973.pdf