13 patient evaluations for Non-invasive Ventilator with a burden rating of Somewhat hard to take

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Nov 9, 2010 (Started Apr 03, 2006)

  • Effectiveness
    Major (for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (pressure sore)
  • Adherence
    Always
  • Burden
    Somewhat hard to take
Dosage: 24 hr Daily
Side effects: pressure sore

  • 0 helpful marks

Oct 15, 2009 (Started May 01, 2009)

  • Effectiveness
    Moderate (for emphysema)
  • Effectiveness
    Moderate (for sleep apnea)
  • Side effects
    Mild (sleep problems)
  • Adherence
    Always
  • Burden
    Somewhat hard to take
Dosage: 8 hr Daily
Cost: < $25 monthly
Side effects: sleep problems

  • 0 helpful marks

Sep 9, 2008 (Started Mar 24, 2008)

  • Effectiveness
    Moderate (for fatigue)
  • Side effects
    Moderate (dry mouth, headaches, dry throat)
  • Adherence
    Always
  • Burden
    Somewhat hard to take
Dosage: Daily
Cost: < $25 monthly
Side effects: dry throat, headaches, dry mouth

  • 0 helpful marks
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