Abstract:
:Trauma providers are engaged in a constant struggle to improve quality and to assure positive outcomes in an unpredictable disease process. Traditional quality assurance has been unsuccessful in achieving these goals. Continuous quality improvement methodologies hold promise as the tools to balance quality, outcomes, and patient satisfaction with cost concerns.
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Crit Care Nurs Clin North Amjournal_title
Critical care nursing clinics of North Americaauthors
Eastes LEsubject
Has Abstractpub_date
1994-09-01 00:00:00pages
451-61issue
3eissn
0899-5885issn
1558-3481journal_volume
6pub_type
杂志文章,评审abstract::Patient competence is a prerequisite to fulfilling the primary ethical principle of patient autonomy or self-determination. This article defines the legal designation of incompetence and describes the components of the assessment of a patient's decision-making capacity. These assessments occur within the context of re...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1990-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Caring for the bariatric patient in the acute care environment poses many challenges to the team delivering care. The management of obstructive sleep apnea with noninvasive ventilation is one priority. Treatment options, including bi-level ventilation and continuous positive airway pressure, and delivery strategies ar...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2004.03.004
更新日期:2004-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Congenital coagulopathies in the pediatric population continue to be a serious cause of morbidity and mortality. Familiarity with such disorders is essential for individuals responsible for the care of children. This article discusses a variety of congenital and inherited coagulation disorders, classifying them in eit...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1993-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Escherichia coli is a bacterium that is an important part of the intestinal tract; however, it has the potential to become pathogenic. Shiga toxin-producing E coli (STEC) is a leading cause of E coli infections and has led to outbreaks in North America. Transmission is through ingestion of contaminated food sources, a...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.cnc.2017.10.013
更新日期:2018-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Critically ill obese patients have many challenging pulmonary problems. The first key is to understand pathophysiology in the pulmonary system related to obesity. Second, it is important to identify the altered physical assessments and diagnostics that occur because of the pulmonary pathophysiology of obesity. Lastly,...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2009.07.015
更新日期:2009-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Conscious sedation has become an important component of practice for many ambulatory procedures. Important factors to maintain the safety of this technique are proper patient selection, slow titration of the medication, continuous patient monitoring, proper education of the individuals administering the medication and...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1997-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Even though coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in women, a diagnostic dilemma still remains owing to the high rate of false-positive results observed with noninvasive testing. It still is not clear why a gender bias exists in the noninvasive and invasive evaluation of women suspected of coronary art...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1997-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::IPV presents a serious health risk to many women. Emergency and critical care nurses are in a prime position for identification of and intervention with these women. Careful assessment and recognition of symptoms and conditions associated with IPV helps nurses to identify victims and potential victims. Building a trus...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2006.05.013
更新日期:2006-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::As IPV increases in our society, hospitals need to prepare to best meet the needs of these individuals. Hospitals should have policies that encourage critical care nurses to consider abuse with the patients they serve. These policies need to ensure private, confidential interviewing of all patients and standardize the...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2011.12.003
更新日期:2012-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Knowledge of NO and its role in the human body currently is limited. Further scientific research involving this unique molecule will expand its clinical usefulness. It is an exciting era in research,involving numerous body processes and systems. The initial work on pulmonary vascular response in newborns who have PPHN...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2004.02.004
更新日期:2004-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::Heart failure is a complex disease that interacts with other organ systems, such as the lungs, kidneys, and the liver, in a complex manner. The stages of heart failure often define the acuity and onset of disease symptoms and progression as well as treatment measures, in addition to the patient's functional class. As ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.cnc.2018.11.006
更新日期:2019-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Many older patients in critical care settings have significant arterial disease, so the assessment of peripheral circulation may be important in their management. A great deal of information can be gained through the physical examination, which can be supplemented by the use of the Doppler velocity detector. This devi...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1991-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Rabies is a devastating encephalitis caused by RNA viruses that use mammals as reservoirs. In the United States, most naturally acquired human cases have come from bats. The use of appropriate preexposure and postexposure prophylaxis can be nearly 100% effective. If prophylaxis is not used, or is implemented incorrect...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2013.02.001
更新日期:2013-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::A basic understanding of metabolic alterations that occur following neurotrauma is essential for addressing nutritional requirements. Interventions must be research based and must focus on the support of metabolic alterations, minimizing the effect of catabolism and optimizing caloric delivery to meet metabolic demand...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2000-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::September 11, 2001 is a date we will all remember. For the nurses at the Virginia Hospital Center-Arlington, however, the day is particularly important, as these nurses work at the official hospital for the Pentagon. This article provides an insider's view of the events of the day and the lessons learned. ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0899-5885(02)00072-2
更新日期:2003-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::The pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of diuretics are unique among therapeutic drugs. Knowledge of these principles can be used to great advantage in the management of heart failure, whereas ignoring them can lead to either minor or life-threatening adverse consequences. Two major categories of potential therapeutic ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/s0899-5885(02)00092-8
更新日期:2003-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::The crisis of near-drowning for the family and friends of the victim has been well documented. The emergency services personnel also are at risk for crisis as a result of the unique stressors they face because of their involvement with these critically injured young children. Mitchell's model for CISD is a pro-active ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1991-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::This article presents an overview of the focused subjective and objective assessment of the older adult for the critical care nurse. Discussion includes the distinguishing features inherent to older adults, and relevant evidence-based screening tools that the nurse can use in assessing the critically ill older adult. ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2013.09.006
更新日期:2014-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Mass casualty incidents are events where the number of injured patients exceeds the resources of the health care institution to the degree that care may not be available or may be limited for a portion of the casualties. Mass casualty incidents are increasing in frequency throughout the United States. Managing mass ca...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.cnc.2015.02.008
更新日期:2015-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::Hypoxemia, visible as cyanosis, is present in infants and children with congenital cardiac defects that result in arterial desaturation. Although many of these defects can be surgically repaired, some children remain cyanotic. Chronic cyanosis causes adaptive changes such as polycythemia and potentially damaging chang...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1994-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Endocrine disorders can affect the cardiovascular system in many ways. Patients admitted to an intensive care unit with primary cardiovascular diagnoses may have underlying endocrine dysfunction that can cause or adversely influence cardiovascular problems. Early diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disease can often ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1994-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::It is clear that as a chronic illness, heart disease can create multiple stressors for women, including limitations on the performance of daily activities, difficulties managing symptoms and treatment, changes in role performance, lack of social support, and a reduced quality of life. Although available studies provid...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1997-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::The number of children infected with HIV is growing, and new treatments are extending their survival. Nurses, including pediatric intensive care nurses, more frequently have to care for HIV-infected children. This article discusses the transmission of HIV in children, pediatric manifestations of the disease, staging, ...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1992-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Sleep is an important factor related to health and quality of life for all individuals. For people with cancer, sleep disturbances are common and are a source of distress. This article summarizes the problems and reviews the types, prevalence, etiology, risk factors, clinical sequelae, and management of sleep disturba...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2005.04.010
更新日期:2005-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Liver transplantation has evolved into an accepted treatment for many suffering from end-stage liver failure. The complex nature of the liver results in every organ system being impacted by either the failing or the transplanted liver. Organ shortage remains problematic, and work to ensure maximizing the organ donor p...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2011.08.002
更新日期:2011-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Aging is a multidimensional process that involves the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual domains. The reserves in each of these areas are challenged during the stressful experience of acute and critical care illness and hospitalization. It is imperative that hospital nursing staff recognize the vulnerability of the...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2007.05.008
更新日期:2007-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::An unexpected death is a traumatic event for everyone affected by it, especially family members. The manner in which a family is told that a death has occurred has a profound effect on their grief and bereavement process. The task of the health care professional working with these patients and their families is to ass...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1995-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::Hyperglycemia and diabetes place hospitalized patients at greater risk for serious complications such as infections, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, greater antibiotic use, and lengthened hospitalization. Identification and proper treatment of hyperglycemia...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.ccell.2012.11.001
更新日期:2013-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Complications of enteral nutrition may compromise respiratory function by direct mechanical injury by feeding tubes, aspiration of formula, or alterations in metabolism. Although much of the data reviewed in this paper were published more than 10 years ago, these studies still comprise most of the literature on pulmon...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1991-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::The greatest threats to America's public health include accidental importation of deadly diseases by international travelers and the release of biologic weapons by our adversaries. The greatest failure is unpreparedness because international travel and dispersion of biologic agents by our enemies are inevitable. An ef...
journal_title:Critical care nursing clinics of North America
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.1016/s0899-5885(02)00079-5
更新日期:2003-06-01 00:00:00