EE: Gas Collection Devices (2013)

EE: Gas Collection Devices (2013)

  • Assessment
    Is there a difference in accuracy of RMR measurements related to different types of gas collection devices (such as facemask, mouthpieces with noseclips or ventilated hood/canopy) in the critically ill population?
    • Conclusion

      There were no original research studies identified regarding the differences in RMR measurement accuracy between different types of gas collection devices in critically ill adults.

    • Grade: V
      • Grade I means there is Good/Strong evidence supporting the statement;
      • Grade II is Fair;
      • Grade III is Limited/Weak;
      • Grade IV is Expert Opinion Only;
      • Grade V is Not Assignable.
      • High (A) means we are very confident that the true effect lies close to that of the estimate of the effect;
      • Moderate (B) means we are moderately confident in the effect estimate;
      • Low (C) means our confidence in the effect estimate is limited;
      • Very Low (D) means we have very little confidence in the effect estimate.
      • Ungraded means a grade is not assignable.
    • Search Plan and Results: EE: Gas Collection Devices in Critically Ill Individuals 2012