Tag: Bronchiolitis

Developed in 1987, the Respiratory Distress Assessment Instrument (RDAI) was created to objectively measure a patient's response to bronchiolitis treatment. This guide explains what is the RDAI scoring system and its critical role in assessing pediatric respiratory illness and guiding clinical decisions.

While high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy provides heated and humidified oxygen, the effect on oral feeding is often debated among clinicians. Feeding a patient on high flow requires careful consideration of their respiratory status, risk of aspiration, and overall stability. This comprehensive guide provides an overview of the current evidence and clinical approaches to safely manage patients who can feed on high flow.