Critical Care Considerations in Adult Patients With Influenza-Induced ARDS.

abstract：:Heart failure is a burdensome cardiovascular condition associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. The 3-month period after hospitalization is a vulnerable phase in which patients are at high risk for mortality and rehospitalization. To reduce risk during this period, patients with heart failure and reduced...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Albert NM,Kozinn MJ

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postoperative nausea and vomiting is a dreaded, uncomfortable, and unpleasant patient experience that is also a factor contributing to adverse outcomes in postoperative recovery. The key to management of this concern is to identify high-risk patients and to develop a systematic method of assessment, intervention, and ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Collins AS

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although methemoglobinemia is not commonly seen in the ER or the critical care setting, it can be life threatening if unrecognized and left untreated. A detailed case history illustrates the symptoms and some of the possible precipitating factors, and outlines treatment for a successful patient outcome. ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Baker SA,Young DJ

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Designed for independent study, this module explores some of the common, but often missed, pupillary abnormalities and eye movement irregularities. Part 3 concludes the module and provides the posttest and answer keys for the posttest and the three review exercises in Part 2. ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Bishop BS

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The outcome focus for survivors of critical care has shifted from mortality to patient-centered outcomes. Multidimensional outcome assessments performed in critically ill patients typically exclude those with primary neurological injuries. OBJECTIVE:To determine the feasibility of measurements of physical f...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Schlichter E,Lopez O,Scott R,Ngwenya L,Kreitzer N,Dangayach NS,Ferioli S,Foreman B

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nurses in a full range of settings from acute to home care are increasingly exposed to the use and maintenance of central VADs. Although the advantages of central VADs are well recognized, the incidence and potential for complications associated with these devices should not be minimized. The major complication of cat...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Brown LH,Wantroba I,Simonson G

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Critically ill patients require vigilant monitoring of tissue oxygenation, particularly oxygenation of the gut mucosa, because of the mucosa's fragile blood supply. With the advent of gastric tonometry, splanchnic tissue oxygenation can be measured in a minimally invasive and cost-effective manner. Requiring only a ga...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Ferguson A

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This 6-month retrospective study provided our medical center with a profile of the population of patients readmitted within 31 days of discharge. We found that chronic illness and age greater than 65 years were the high risk factors related to patient readmissions. These 2 attributes are common in critical care patien...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Olsen J,Coleman JR

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) rippled across the world from Wuhan, China, to the shores of the United States within a few months. Hospitals and intensive care units were suddenly faced with a "tsunami" warning requiring instantaneous implementation and escalation of disaster plans. EVI...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Bader MK,Braun A,Fox C,Dwinell L,Cord J,Andersen M,Noakes B,Ponticiello D

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:"Broken heart syndrome," or takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a spontaneously reversible form of cardio-myopathy that is often induced by emotional or physical stress. Signs and symptoms include chest pain, dyspnea, electrocardiographic changes, and elevated levels of cardiac biomarkers. Patients often have signs and sympt...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Derrick D

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malnutrition is common in critically ill patients and is associated with poor outcomes for patients and increased health care spending. Enteral nutrition is the method of choice for nutrition delivery. Enteral nutrition delivery practices vary widely, and underfeeding is widespread in critical care. Interruptions in e...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Stewart ML

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The insertion of Silastic sheeting provides an opportunity for improved survival of patients with severe abdominal trauma. This new treatment modality represents a challenge to nurses to expand their knowledge base. ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Bolton PJ,Von Rotz NP

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Both pharmacological and nonpharmacological methods are used to control shivering in therapeutic hypothermia. An evidence-based protocol based on the most current research has been developed for the management of shivering during therapeutic hypothermia. Meperidine is the drug of choice and provides the greatest reduc...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Logan A,Sangkachand P,Funk M

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:IL-2 is a biotherapeutic drug and a biological response modifier. This drug has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for general use but continues to undergo clinical trials. Candidates for this therapy are patients with advanced carcinoma that has not responded to standard modalities of treatment. Ad...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Raymond BA,Haney PE,Gimesky J

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：TOPIC:The growing use of acute mechanical circulatory support devices to provide hemodynamic support that has accompanied the increasing prevalence of heart failure and cardiogenic shock, despite significant improvement in the treatment of acute myocardial infarction. CLINICAL RELEVANCE:The critical care nurse plays a...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Asber SR,Shanahan KP,Lussier L,Didomenico D,Davis M,Eaton J,Esposito M,Kapur NK

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clostridia are organisms which, in the right environment, can cause a rapidly spreading, fulminant myonecrosis. Early diagnosis and a combined management program are clearly paramount to a successful outcome. Knowledge of this disease and ongoing meticulous assessment are the tools that a nurse must use when dealing w...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Corry M,Montoya L

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND Many hospitals have well-planned nursing competency assessment programs, but these are meant to measure competency in traditional bedside roles, not in tele-intensive care unit (tele-ICU) nurses practicing remotely. OBJECTIVE To determine whether current tele-ICU programs have a formal competency assessment...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Goran SF

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:More patients in the intensive care unit are surviving their critical illnesses because of advances in medical care. This change in survival has led to an increased awareness of the emotional consequences of being critically ill. Posttraumatic stress disorder has been identified in approximately 9% to 27% of criticall...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Warlan H,Howland L

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Knowledge of the physiologic changes, conditions, and therapies of pregnancy that increase the risk of pulmonary edema enables nurses to influence the outcome of their patients who develop medical complications while undergoing tocolytic therapy. Cooperation between perinatal and critical care nurses ensures optimal c...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Dabbs AD,Kraemer KL,Hoops S

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are many traditional beliefs about the need to restrict visitors on coronary care units (CCUs). Some hospitals, however, have modified their visiting policies. This article identifies factors related to the setting and control of visiting policies on CCUs. ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Hopping BL,Sickbert SF,Ruth J

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients who have radiological imaging with contrast material are at risk for contrast medium-induced nephropathy, reduced renal function, longer hospitalizations, and renal failure requiring dialysis. OBJECTIVE:To determine whether the Mehran risk scoring tool can be used to predict changes in hospitalized...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Raingruber B,Kirkland-Walsh H,Chahon N,Kellermann M

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hospital-acquired pressure ulcers are serious clinical complications that can lead to increased length of stay, pain, infection, and, potentially, death. The surgical progressive care unit at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, San Diego, California, developed the multidisciplinary Healthy Skin Project to decrease the...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Armour-Burton T,Fields W,Outlaw L,Deleon E

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The end of the formal unit orientation program is a stressful time of adjustment for nurses hired into critical care without previous critical care experience. Although most units offer reassurance that experienced colleagues will provide the needed guidance, consistent support may not be available for many reasons. D...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Brindise T,Baker MP,Juarez P

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The patient in septic shock who develops vascular insufficiency secondary to purpura fulminans is a challenge to the healthcare team. Initial management is directed toward reversing the disease process by administering antibiotics immediately and initiating life-support measures. Emergency measures include optimizing ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Chiafery MC,Stephany RA,Holliday KJ

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The congenital heart defect of HLHS is nearly uniformly fatal without intervention. As surgeons gain experience with the techniques the success rates are improving; more infants with HLHS are being offered hope for survival and quality of life. The critical nature of this diagnosis, the relatively new treatment option...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Swanson LT

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient with a new tracheostomy will face threatening changes upon discharge from hospital support. Nurses, particularly in the critical care unit, frequently and closely support a patient and family through new and often difficult situations during hospitalization. The patient leaving the hospital with a new trache...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Wilson EB,Malley N

更新日期：1990-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pressure injuries, also known as pressure ulcers, are a serious complication of immobility. Patients should be thoroughly examined for pressure injuries when admitted to the intensive care unit to optimize treatment. Whether community-acquired pressure injuries correlate with poor hospital outcomes among cri...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： McGee WT,Nathanson BH,Lederman E,Higgins TL

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most common cause of death due to the H1N1 subtype of influenza A virus (swine flu) in the 2009 to 2010 epidemic was severe acute respiratory failure that persisted despite advanced mechanical ventilation strategies. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was used as a salvage therapy for patients refractory t...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Bibro C,Lasich C,Rickman F Jr,Foley NE,Kunugiyama SK,Moore E,O'Brien A,Sherman N,Schulman CS

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Instruction in the use of the automated external defibrillator is now a mandatory component of ACLS certification. Here's a review of changes to the ACLS algorithm. ...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Barbiere CC,Liberatore K

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinical practice varies regarding the choice of agent to treat hypertensive emergencies. With the development of national guidelines, a standardized pharmacotherapeutic approach would be recommended on the basis of evidence in the published literature. Such an approach might decrease the variability among practitione...

journal_title：Critical care nurse

authors： Smithburger PL,Kane-Gill SL,Nestor BL,Seybert AL

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00