TÌNH TRẠNG HÔ HẤP SAU KHI THỰC HIỆN KỸ THUẬT TĂNG TỐC THÌ THỞ RA (AFE) Ở TRẺ TỪ 2 ĐẾN 24 THÁNG TUỔI MẮC VIÊM TIỂU PHẾ QUẢN

Abstract

A descriptive longitudinal study was performed to assess respiratory status after the Acceleration du Flux Expitatoirte (AFE) technique in children aged 2 to 24 months with bronchiolitis, who had treatment at Vinmec Times City Hospital in 2021 and some related factors. The study was carried out on 47 children. The results showed that the SpO2 improved markedly after performing the technique. Respiratory rate and heart rate improved by 46.8% and 47.7%, respectively, but not significant. Respiratory signs (wheezing, respiratory muscle retraction, oxygen support) improved significantly after the treatment. SpO2 and signs of wheezing were similar among normal delivery/cesarean section; premature/full-term birth; low birth weight/normal birth weight; duration of antibiotic use over/under 3 days. The results showed that 43/47 mothers interviewed were satisfied and reassured when their children were performed the technique of AFE. There were 100% of the doctors interviewed showed the need for technology in supporting the treatment of children from 2 to 24 months with bronchiolitis.