Psychologic factors that may contribute to long-term mechanical ventilation dependence include

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Psychologic factors contributing to long-term mechanical ventilation dependence include a loss of breathing pattern control (anxiety, fear, dyspnea, pain, ventilator asynchrony, lack of confidence in ability to breathe), lack of motivation and confidence (inadequate trust in staff, depersonalization, hopelessness, powerlessness, depression, inadequate communication), and delirium (sensory overload, sensory deprivation, sleep deprivation, pain medications).

Psychologic Factors That May Contribute to Long-Term Mechanical Ventilation Dependence