Does the Technology Increase Healthcare Worker Confidence?
Potentially yes. Although treatment decisions were not assessed in this study, the information could enhance clinicians confidence and comfort. The NICO system could aid in the management of some patients in the PICU. For instance, the CO information added by the NICO system could be useful in the titration of fluid boluses, and vasoactive agents in the patients with shock. Whether the NICO monitor has any impact on patient outcomes is yet to be determined in a randomized controlled trial.