When Should Respiratory Monitoring be Intensified?
Intensified respiratory monitoring is necessary in several scenarios including:
1. Postoperative Period: Patients recovering from anesthesia or thoracic surgery are at risk for respiratory complications. 2. Acute Respiratory Conditions: Conditions like asthma, COPD exacerbations, or pneumonia require close monitoring. 3. Critical Care Settings: Patients in the ICU, especially those on mechanical ventilation, need continuous respiratory monitoring. 4. Rapid Deterioration: Any sudden changes in a patientâs condition warrant immediate and intensified monitoring.
