Predicting feeding-tube dependence in patients following endotracheal extubation: a two-item swallowing screen
Journal
BMC pulmonary medicine
Journal Volume
21
Journal Issue
1
Date Issued
2021-12-06
Author(s)
Siao, Shu-Fen
Wei, Yu-Chung
Abstract
To meet the surging demands for intubation and invasive ventilation as more COVID-19 patients begin their recovery, clinicians are challenged to find an ultra-brief and minimally invasive screen for postextubation dysphagia predicting feeding-tube dependence persisting for 72 h after extubation.
Subjects
Deglutition; Dysphagia; Endotracheal intubation; Feeding-tube dependence; Intensive care unit; Nutritional status; Swallowing
Publisher
BMC
Type
journal article