Pediatric Respiratory Failure and the Compartments Approach

The chapter delves into a case study of a five-year-old patient with cerebral palsy and respiratory issues, while introducing the compartments approach for analyzing pediatric respiratory failure. Discussions focus on the anatomical differences between upper and lower airways, the significance of assessing a patient's breathing at the bedside, and the application of the model as a checklist to simplify patient evaluation. The speakers emphasize the importance of integrating physical exams with an understanding of respiratory compartments to effectively assess and manage pediatric patients with breathing difficulties.