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The Effect of Prone Position on Oxygen Saturation, Blood Gas Parameters, and Respiratory Rate in Intensive Care Patients With COVID-19-induced ARDS
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Prone Position for COVID - 19 and ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome). Completed, enrolled 90 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This randomized controlled trial aimed to investigate the effect of the prone position on oxygen saturation, arterial blood gas parameters, and respiratory rate in intensive care patients diagnosed with COVID-19-induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). A total of 90 patients (45 in the prone positioning group and 45 in the control group) were included. The intervention group received a 30-minute prone positioning procedure, while the control group received standard ICU care. Data were collected using a Demographic Information Form and clinical monitoring of respiratory and blood gas parameters across six time points over two days.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Patients assigned to the Prone Position Group were placed in the prone position (lying face down) for 30 minutes once daily over two consecutive days while hospitalized in the ICU for COVID-19-induced ARDS. The intervention was performed between 12:30 and 13:00 under nurse supervision. Oxygen saturation, blood gas parameters (SaO₂, PO₂, PCO₂, pH, lactate, sodium), and respiratory rate were measured before and after each prone positioning session. The procedure was standardized across patients and no additional treatments were introduced during the intervention period.