Body positioning and breathing in critically ill patients on ventilators
This study tests whether turning patients on their side affects their breathing and lung health. It aims to improve care for people who need a breathing machine.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been on a breathing machine for at least 24 hours and will need it for at least 2 more days
- You are sedated but can still show some breathing effort
- Your blood pressure and heart rate are stable
- Your chest size fits between 78 and 111.9 cm (about 30.7 to 44 inches) around
- You have no injuries or conditions that prevent being turned on your side
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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