Nurses' views on withdrawing ECMO: a grounded theory study.

abstract：:It has been recommended that nursing staff who are new to paediatric intensive care should be offered an orientation programme There is no guidance currently available to influence the content or duration of such a programme on a national level A multi-centre research study was carried out to identify the existing pro...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Bailey H

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this reflective account is to provide a view of the intensive care unit (ICU) relative's experiences of supporting and being supported in the ICU. BACKGROUND:Understanding the relatives' experiences of ICU is important especially because a recent work has identified the potential for this group to devel...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Christensen M,Probst B

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fatigue and abnormalities in cardiovascular parameters are recognized as major problems for patients with acute coronary syndrome. Non-pharmacological nursing interventions are useful for controlling this fatigue and reducing patients' suffering during hospitalization. AIM:The present study compared the eff...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Bahrami T,Rejeh N,Heravi-Karimooi M,Vaismoradi M,Tadrisi SD,Sieloff CL

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Factors influential in the occurrence and timing of heart attacks are summarised. Patients' and partners' experiences of heart attack are reviewed. Evidence is presented for the efficacy and effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation programmes. A three elemental model for cardiac rehabilitation is introduced. Key recomm...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Thompson D

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This article is a literature view of student nurses' experiences of critical care and the value of their experience to the nursing community. To explore the literature in relation to the value of critical care as a learning environment, the experiences and perceptions of student nurses in critical care and the impa...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Williams E,Palmer C

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The intensive care unit (ICU) is not only a place to recover from injuries incurred during accidents and from serious illness. For many patients, it is also a place where they might die. Nursing care does not stop when a patient dies; rather, it continues with the care of the deceased and with family support...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Holm MS,Fålun N,Gjengedal E,Norekvål TM

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Co-administration of multiple intravenous (IV) medicines down the same lumen of an IV catheter is often necessary in the intensive care unit (ICU) while ensuring medicine compatibility. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:This study explores ICU nurses' views on the everyday practice surrounding co-administration of multip...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Oduyale MS,Patel N,Borthwick M,Claus S

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:ICU psychosis is common amongst patients admitted to critical care settings. ICU psychosis is the result of a complex interaction between physiological and psychological factors. Environmental factors will contribute to ICU psychosis (including sleep deprivation, excessive noise, separation, poor communication and imm...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Gelling L

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Delirium in the intensive care unit (ICU) is associated with increased mortality, longer hospital stays, and increased odds of institutionalization after discharge. Delirium is a significant complication that occurs frequently in ICU yet lacks a standardized treatment protocol. Because of the limited effec...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Sahawneh F,Boss L

更新日期：2021-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As many delirium manifestations (e.g., hallucinations or fears) are linked to patients' experiences and personality traits, it is suggested that interventions should be tailored to optimize its management. The inclusion of family members, as part of an intervention, has recently emerged as a solution to deve...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Mailhot T,Cossette S,Côté J,Bourbonnais A,Côté MC,Lamarche Y,Denault A

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To compare accuracy and certainty of diagnosis of cardiac ischaemia using the Panoramic ECG display tool plus conventional 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) versus 12-lead ECG alone by UK critical care nurses who were members of the British Association of Critical Care Nurses (BACCN). BACKGROUND:Critically ill patie...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Wilson N,Hassani A,Gibson V,Lightfoot T,Zizzo C

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this paper is to reflect upon the management interventions of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and diuretic therapy that were implemented for a patient admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU) with acute cardiogenic pulmonary oedema. BACKGROUND:Acute pulmonary oedema is a serious and life-threatening comp...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Skinner J,McKinney A

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:To critically review evidence on the effects of psychological support during intensive care unit (ICU) treatment on adult ICU patients' psychological and physiological outcomes. Evidence from intervention studies on imagery and relaxation has been included, as well. BACKGROUND:Stress and negative e...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Papathanassoglou ED

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The transcripts of two hand-overs in a critical care unit are ethnomethodologically examined. Specimens of nurses' practices in accomplishing forms of social order are identified. The hand-overs show how nurses transfer all sorts of taken-for-granted scientific, technological, medical, nursing, psychological and socio...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Kelly R

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is an increasing number of studies addressing nurses' perception of caring behaviours; however, on the issue of quality of care, it is important to understand why nurses focus more on certain elements of caring than others, and this needs to investigate influencing factors on, priorities, and predictor...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Salimi S,Tarbiat S

更新日期：2021-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of mechanical ventilation after endotracheal intubation. The role of chlorhexidine and tooth-brushing has been considered as a clinical intervention to reduce infection rates, however, evidence to inform this needs appraising. AIM:This paper pre...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Roberts N,Moule P

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review examines, by means of a literature search, the needs of parents who have a critically ill child on adult intensive therapy units. These needs are compared with the needs of relatives of adult patients in ITUs. Whether nurses trained in adult nursing have the necessary skills, knowledge and attitudes to car...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Plowright C

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several risk factors, such as age, alcohol abuse, dementia, and severe illness, can contribute to the development of delirium. However, limited information is available in the literature regarding the risk of delirium among surgical, trauma, neurological, and medical intensive care patients. AIMS AND OBJECT...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Gravante F,Giannarelli D,Pucci A,Gagliardi AM,Mitello L,Montagna A,Latina R

更新日期：2020-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：:The transfer of information between nurses from emergency departments (EDs) and critical care units is essential to achieve a continuity of effective, individualized and safe patient care. There has been much written in the nursing literature pertaining to the function and process of patient handover in general nursin...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： McFetridge B,Gillespie M,Goode D,Melby V

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A randomized controlled trial was conducted to compare the effectiveness of airflow- and waterflow-cooling blankets for febrile patients in intensive care unit. More patients in the airflow than in the waterflow-cooling blanket group reached the desired temperature of <38 degrees C at the end of 8h (94.1 versus 60.0%,...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Loke AY,Chan HC,Chan TM

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The issue of the presence of patients' loved ones during their intensive care unit (ICU) stay is a frequently discussed topic among ICU staff. Today, ICU patients' loved ones are seen as important for the care of the patient. There is a gap in knowledge and research concerning the frequency and duration of visits by l...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Eriksson T,Bergbom I

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:To compare international literature on the detection of complications associated with early mobilization of mechanically ventilated patients in intensive care units (ICUs). BACKGROUND:Early mobilization of mechanically ventilated ICU patients is considered to be a more beneficial approach to treatm...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Nydahl P,Ewers A,Brodda D

更新日期：2014-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:One of the most important bottlenecks in the organ donation process worldwide is the high family refusal rate. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:The main aim of this study was to examine whether family guidance by trained donation practitioners increased the family consent rate for organ donation. DESIGN:This was a pros...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Witjes M,Jansen NE,van Dongen J,Herold IHF,Otterspoor L,Haase-Kromwijk BJJM,van der Hoeven JG,Abdo WF

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to establish a standardized approach to the initial care of patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS). DKA and HHS are metabolic emergencies. Effective and efficient management is the responsibility of the multidisciplinary team. The ad...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： De Beer K,Michael S,Thacker M,Wynne E,Pattni C,Gomm M,Ball C,Walsh D,Thomlinson A,Ullah K

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to describe Danish parents' experiences when their newborn or small child was critically ill. Thirteen parents were interviewed. Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis. The child's transfer to the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) meant either help or death for the parents....

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Hall EO

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The involvement of patients and the public in the development, implementation and evaluation of health care services and research is recognized to have tangible benefits in relation to effectiveness and credibility. However, despite >96% of children and young people surviving critical illness or injury, there is a pau...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Manning JC,Hemingway P,Redsell SA

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Critically ill patients are at high risk of developing pressure ulcers resulting in serious untoward patient and health care system outcomes. Pressure ulcer prevention is therefore an important patient safety priority and establishing a structured approach to pressure ulcer risk assessment to identify pati...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Richardson A,Barrow I

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A primary focus of hospital treatment following admission for subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) is a prevention of cerebral artery vasospasm, which may result in ischaemic stroke. Intraventricular catheter (IVC) insertion to facilitate cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) drainage and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitor...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Amato A,Britz GW,James ML,Graffagnino C,Zomorodi AR,Zomorodi ME,Olson DM

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Measuring gastric residual volume (GRV) to guide enteral feeding is a common nursing practice in intensive care units, yet little evidence supports this practice. In addition, this practice has been shown to potentially contribute to inadequate energy delivery in intensive care, which remains a problem in cr...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Tume LN,Latten L,Kenworthy L

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nature of informed consent is bound within legal and moral duties. An analysis of informed consent includes the elements of understanding, disclosure, competence, voluntariness and authorisation, all of which can be affected by a variety of factors. Nurses can make a unique contribution to informed consent situati...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Albarran JW

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00