DeAndre Turner
High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation Teaching Project
Objectives
1. The nurse will be able to describe the purpose of high frequency oscillatory ventilation
(HFOV).
2. The nurse will be able to describe the difference between a conventional mechanical
ventilation and HFOV.
3. The nurse will be able to identify basic functions and controls of the HFOV
4. The nurse will be able to identify and demonstrate nursing considerations in the care of
clients receiving HFOV.
5. The nurse will be able to identify complications of HFOV and nursing actions related to
complications.
6. The nurse will be able to identify and locate resources for HFOV.
Summary
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Location of teaching project located on the Trauma ICU at OU Medical Center on
April 25, 2012 at 0645-0700.
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Purpose: HFOV is exclusively used in severe acute respiratory distress. HFOV
training occurs when nurses are orienting to unit when there is client receiving
ventilation via oscillator. The purpose is to collectively provide training to all nurses
on Trauma ICU regarding HFOV.
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Help inspire confidence in nurses using HFOV due to is rare use in the ICU
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Provide information on purpose and function of HFOV
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Provide reference guide to nursing consideration in HFOV
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Reference current nursing policy regarding HFOV at OU Medical Center
Visual Aid
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Reference cards for nursing stations related to nursing considerations and
troubleshooting for HFOV.