Registered nurses in out-of-hospital intensive care

Who operates the ventilator in everyday care?

According to an information sheet from a health insurer, the presence of a specialised professional nurse provides assurance that the devices are operated competently and that emergencies are handled quickly and expertly. According to the professional society, staff are to be instructed in the devices used and trained in their application.

Who procures the devices and consumables?

The discharging hospital organises and initiates the supply of medical aids. At discharge the bed space should be equipped with medical devices, consumables for initial care and aids.

How large is the team in one-to-one care?

For one-to-one care in the person's own home the care service puts together a team of up to ten carers. The source speaks of carers and does not specify that all of them are registered nurses. The person concerned has some say in the selection.

Which additional qualification is common?

A basic course in out-of-hospital ventilation is aimed at nurses with completed nursing training. Topics include the basics of ventilation, tracheostomy care, secretion management, weaning, monitoring and emergency management.

What should be considered for appointments in the household?

Care takes place in a private home where someone from outside the family is present at all times. The sources describe this as an intrusion into privacy and a strain on relatives.