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World J Crit Care Med. Mar 9, 2026; 15(1): 113515
Published online Mar 9, 2026. doi: 10.5492/wjccm.v15.i1.113515
Table 2 Suggested intensive care unit respiratory order set
Suggested ICU respiratory order set
Oxygen via nasal cannula or HFNC; titrated to target saturation
NIV (CPAP 5-10 cm H2O) if hemodynamically stable and cooperative
Early intubation if PaO2/FiO2 < 150 or signs of fatigue
Daily chest X-ray and ABG for ventilated patients
Avoid high PEEP in preload-dependent patients
Escalation checklist
SpO2 < 88% despite HFNC/NIV → Prepare for intubation
Worsening pulmonary edema → Intensify diuresis and evaluate for MCS
Signs of ventilator-induced hypotension → Adjust PEEP and fluids cautiously


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