Table 1.
Principal causes of discomfort in non-invasive ventilation (NIV).
| Interface |
|---|
| Anchor system |
| Ventilatory setting |
| Humidification |
| Noise |
| Position of the patient |
| Psychological distress |
| Anxiety |
| Fear |
| Pain |
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