Obesity Hypoventilation and Noninvasive Ventilation: Executing the Guidelines

Session Format

Live Webinar

Session Type

Case-based Discussion Session

Topic Area

Mech Vent

Session Date

October 20, 2020 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Description

Obesity hypoventilation syndrome is the most severe form of chronic respiratory compromize in obese individuals. Untreated, this syndrome is associated with increased risk of pulmonary HTN, poor quality of life, and increased readmission rate. New guidelines for management of these patients were published in August 2019. For many of us, these guidelines are practice-changing. There are many challenges in implementing these guidelines, including choosing the right dose and device. In addition, there are currently no recommendations for long-term quality outcomes in this population. This session aims to discuss the execution of these guidelines and navigating these challenges.

Learning Objective 1

Analyze the 2019 Guidelines for Evaluation and Management of Obesity Hypoventilation.

Learning Objective 2

Formulate a pathway for NIV initiation for patients with OHS at discharge.

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Cost:	FREE


Credit Offered:	1 CME Credit