TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Chapter 27. Transport of the Ventilator-Supported Patient A1 - Branson, Richard D. A1 - Mason, Phillip E. A1 - Johannigman, Jay A. A2 - Tobin, Martin J. Y1 - 2013 N1 - T2 - Principles and Practice of Mechanical Ventilation, 3e AB - Mechanical ventilation of the critically ill patient is best practiced in the safe confines of the intensive care unit (ICU). Transport of ventilated patients, however, remains a frequent challenge. Successful transport requires effective communication, appropriate planning, key personnel, and compact, rugged equipment. Clinicians should be aware of the physiologic effects of transport, frequency of adverse events, and methods to prevent complications. SN - PB - The McGraw-Hill Companies CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/10/11 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=57069902 ER -