An Educational Video Demonstration of How to Prone a Critically Ill Intubated PatientCathleen T. Van Houten 1, Mary C. Carey 2, David Lent 1, Janelle Panico 1, Ruben Casaverde 1, Kevin Cooper 1, Vincent E. DeRienzo 1, Lisa M. Easton 1, Nicole L. Lexer 1, Kathryn J. Snios 1
1University of Rochester Medical Center/Strong Memorial Hospital, 2University of Rochester School of Nursing
Proning a critically ill patient with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a complex but beneficial procedure. Excellent communication skills, team work, and multidisciplinary collaboration are critical for patient and staff safety. A standard procedure should be utilized when proning ventilated patients with tubes, drains, and vascular access devices.
