Speaker(s): 

Justin Azar, MD, Pediatric Intensivist, JWCH, Geisinger-has nothing to disclose.

Robin Craig, DO, Pediatric Intensivist, JWCH, Geisinger-has nothing to disclose. 

Moderator(s): 

Frank Maffei, MD, Chair, Pediatrics, JWCH, Geisinger - has nothing to disclose. 

Learning Objectives: 

At the conclusion of this session, the participant should be able to: 

• Review historical experience of negative pressure ventilation in pediatric patients.
• Describe the physiology as well as cardiorespiratory impact of negative pressure ventilation in pediatric patients.
• Discuss the current use of negative pressure ventilation in acute respiratory failure in pediatric patients.
• Define specific patient populations who benefit from negative pressure ventilation. 

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships with/without Commercial Interests:

The Planning Committee consisting of Frank Maffei, MD; Sarah Marks, MD; Amy Diehl, BSN, RN, CPN; Joan Keehan, RPH; Sandra Heller and Connie Winter have no identified disclosures. 

CE Committee Member/Content Reviewers have nothing to disclose. 

Any/All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 

Content Disclosure: 

This presentation/content is HIPPA compliant. 

Commercial Support for this Session

None