American journal of critical care : an official publication, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Comparison of tidal volumes obtained by one-handed and two-handed ventilation techniques.
To compare tidal volumes delivered by one- vs two-handed compressions of a manual resuscitation bag and assess the effects of subject characteristics on those tidal volumes. ⋯ Tidal volumes delivered by healthcare providers using one- vs two-handed compressions were found to be significantly different, with those delivered by two hands significantly greater than those delivered by one hand. Strength of hand grip was the best predictor of volume delivered and was more strongly correlated with volumes delivered by one rather than two hands.