Episode 204: The Power of Communication During Non-invasive Ventilation to Transform Comfort and Outcomes

Episode 204: The Power of Communication During Non-invasive Ventilation to Transform Comfort and Outcomes

A key part of symptom management, agitation management, and humanizing care is communication. Throughout the podcast, we have discussed non-verbal communication during mechanical ventilation. But what about non-invasive ventilation? How does the inability to communicate impact care, patient experience, and outcomes for patient on BIPAP? Dr. Ian Wong shares with us his research and innovation

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Episode 201 Fighting for the Role and Power of Occupational Therapy in the ICU

Episode 201: Fighting for the Role and Power of Occupational Therapy in the ICU

Amanda shares her journey, starting from her field placement at Vanderbilt, which shaped her career path, to her current focus on early mobility and cognitive care in the ICU. She discusses the innovative approaches she has championed, including mobilizing patients early, even building protocols for cognitive assessments. Amanda also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration

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Episode 199 Awake, Communicative, Autonomous, and Mobile- A Survivor and Nurse’s Experience

Episode 199: Awake, Communicative, Autonomous, and Mobile- A Survivor and Nurse’s Experience

When Molly suffered a severe stroke requiring mechanical ventilation and an EVD, what did Kaira do to prevent further neurological injury? What role did Molly’s ability to communicate while intubated play in her survival? Molly and Kaira both join us to share their perspectives from both sides of the ICU bed. Episode Transcription Kali Dayton:

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Episode 198: Age Friendly Care in the ICU- Riding the Wave of 4Ms

Episode 198: Age Friendly Care in the ICU- Riding the Wave of 4Ms

CMS is rolling out a new initiative to require hospitals to have age-friendly care: 4Ms. This means that we must prioritize: Medications, Mentation, Mobility, and What Matters. Karen Mack, DNP, MBA, APRN, executive director at NICHE, shares with us how leverage age-friendly care in advocating for Awake and Walking ICUs! Episode Transcription Kali Dayton: [00:00:00]

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Episode 197 Raging Tigers and Merciful Angels- The Fight to Humanize Critical Care

Episode 197: Raging Tigers and Merciful Angels- The Fight to Humanize Critical Care

In this powerful episode, we hear raw, heartfelt stories from ICU revolutionists who are bravely challenging the status quo in critical care. Amidst threats to their jobs, personal attacks, and widespread resistance, these clinicians refuse to turn a blind eye to the harm caused by sedation, immobilization, and dehumanization. From battling bullying by colleagues to

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Before Kali, our hospital struggled with overly-sedated patients and lack of early mobility. Despite multiple efforts to change the culture, we were at a standstill. In one hour, Kali was able to ignite a flurry of conversations regarding her experience with the Awake and Walking ICU and this immediately led to a change in clinical practice.

Patients with less sedation and other neurotoxic medications are spending fewer days on the ventilator. If you are considering starting an ICU early mobility program at your hospital, your first step needs to be to consult with Kali and absorb as much information as you can!

Matthew McClain, DPT
Florida, USA

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