What does NAVA mean in UNCLASSIFIED

NAVA stands for Neurally Adjusted Ventilator Assist and it is a type of technology used in mechanical ventilation that allows for the adjustment of pressure support according to the patient's own respiratory control activity.

NAVA offers an individualized approach to both intubated and non-intubated patients which can help enable more accurate ventilatory settings to meet their specific needs, resulting in improved outcomes. It also may reduce the risk of over- or underventilation during mechanical ventilation.

As with any medical procedure there are risks associated with use of NAVA, however studies have not found any particular problems associated with its use in clinical practice. Potential complications include airway damage caused by prolonged intubation, alterations in muscle tone and strength due to immobilization, infection, pneumothorax, ARDS, and organ failure.

NAVA works by measuring electrical signals from muscles on the diaphragm that control breathing so that pressure support can be adjusted accordingly. This allows the ventilator to respond faster than traditional methods when changing respiratory patterns arise due to changes in vital sign measurements such as saturation or blood gases.

Yes, studies have shown that this technology can be effective for both intubated and non-intubated patients providing better patient care through individualized approaches tailored to each patient's needs.