Magnitude and associated factors of unplanned extubation in intensive care unit: A multi-center prospective observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Unplanned extubation is the removal of an endotracheal tube accidently during procedural activities or by the action of the patient. It is one of the commonly reported complications among mechanically ventilated patients in the intensive care unit. This study aimed to assess the magnitude and associated factors of unplanned extubation in intensive care units at referral hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2021.

Methods

Institutional based prospective observational study was conducted on 317 intubated patients in the intensive care unit at referral hospitals of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from January 8, 2021-May 9, 2021. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statics were expressed in percentages and presented with tables and figures. Both Bi

SUBMITTER: Minda Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9289303 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature