Chapter 33, Shock and Multisystem Organ Dysfunction …

is intubated and the pelvis is surgically managed. It was noted there were some issues with weaning . from. the ventilator due to his history of . chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This prolonged . intubation. and ventilation can lead to ventilator-associated pneumonia. This is another potential source of infection, which can cause ... ................
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