Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Mechanical Ventilation Wean

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Mechanical Ventilation Wean

The purpose of this study is to use CBT strategies in assisting patients hospitalized in intensive care units in ventilation wean through a case series of 2 patients.

Approximately a third of patients in intensive care are mechanically ventilated. The current weaning standard of care leaves much to be desired in both patient anxiety and time to wean. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the gold standard treatment for anxiety. The purpose of this study is to use CBT strategies in assisting patients hospitalized in intensive care units in ventilation wean through a case series of 2 patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Receiving mechanical ventilation and Failed 3 spontaneous breathing trials

Exclusion Criteria:

• Delirium