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HFOV Patient Requiring Physiotherapy
Stage 1: Assessment Approach
1 / 2A neonate on HFOV is showing diminished chest wall movement (reduced wobble), elevated CO2, CXR changes suggesting left-sided consolidation. They are sedated and muscle relaxed.
Clinical Data
history: Neonate on HFOV, sedated and muscle relaxed
observations
chest_movement: reduced wobble
CO2: elevated
imaging: CXR: left-sided consolidation
Decision Point
What is your assessment approach for this patient?