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Recognizing Respiratory Distress

  • 2016
  • Monica Kleinman

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    This 17 minute video aims to educate viewers on recognizing and managing respiratory distress and failure in critically ill infants and children. Dr. Monica Kleinman provides information on the signs and symptoms of respiratory distress, such as tachypnea, nasal flaring, retractions, grunting, see-saw breathing, and head bobbing. The progression from distress to failure is discussed, highlighting the importance of early recognition and intervention. Various clinical signs of distress and failure, including stress responses like tachycardia and hypercarbia, are explained. The video emphasizes the need for prompt treatment to prevent respiratory failure and invites feedback for content improvement.


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