The needs of parents with a child on an adult intensive therapy unit.

abstract：:Quality of life is a dynamic, multi-dimensional concept, the essence of which is its individuality. In this study quality of life six to 12 months after intensive care was not significantly lower than quality of life prior to intensive care, assessed retrospectively. Family, leisure activities and people were seen as ...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Rattray J,Johnston M,Wildsmith JA

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to investigate the needs of relatives of patients on a cardiothoracic ICU, as perceived by themselves. An exploratory research design was used--a modified replication of a study carried out by Molter (1979) in the USA. Data were collected from a sample of convenience consisting of 14 rela...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Blackmore E

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes the introduction and subsequent evaluation of a 12-h shift system in a large ITU in the northeast of UK. To date, only a small number of studies has evaluated nurses working the 12-h shifts in critical care areas. To evaluate the level of staff satisfaction, data were collected by means of a quest...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Richardson A,Dabner N,Curtis S

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The nature of the supervising relationship is explored in relation to an intensive care unit. The relationship between clinical supervision and individual performance review is discussed. Preparation and support for the supervisor's role is identified. Peer, group and external supervision arrangements are explored. ...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Pritchard T

更新日期：1997-01-01 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：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：:A brief summary of the reasons why a pregnant woman may require intensive care is outlined. The clinical relevance of the physiological changes occurring in pregnancy is discussed. The haemodynamic differences and their relevance to monitoring are highlighted. ...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Edwards S

更新日期：1998-05-01 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：:Numbers of patients undergoing coronary angiography and angioplasty procedures have increased in England due to targets within the National Service Framework for Coronary Heart Disease. Little evidence is available regarding optimal bed-rest duration for patients post-femoral arterial sheath removal following these pr...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Tagney J,Lackie D

更新日期：2005-07-01 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：AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:To determine the effectiveness of an oral health care program for preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). BACKGROUND:Research has shown a significant correlation between oral bacteria and VAP, indicating that an oral health care program plays a very important role in VAP prevention. DESI...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Liao YM,Tsai JR,Chou FH

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allowing children to visit adult intensive care units (ICUs) has been an area of controversy. There is a lack of recent research dealing with visits by children and physicians' views and whether differences exist between the views held by nurses and physicians regarding visits by children. The aim of this study was to...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Knutsson S,Bergbom I

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study explores nurses' attitudes to the introduction of nurse-initiated thrombolysis, within a large district coronary care unit. A qualitative survey was used to elicit attitudes from all ENB 124 qualified members of staff presently employed within the unit. Concerns expressed by the nursing staff, prior to intr...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Smallwood A,van der Woning M

更新日期：1999-05-01 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:Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, health care systems worldwide are working under challenging conditions. Patients, who are seriously ill, require intensive care admission. In fighting COVID-19, nurses are frontline health care workers and, as such, have a great responsibility providing needed specialized pa...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Fernández-Castillo RJ,González-Caro MD,Fernández-García E,Porcel-Gálvez AM,Garnacho-Montero J

更新日期：2021-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Critical care consensus groups recommend providing bereavement support; however, little is known about what cardiac intensive care patients' families would find useful and beneficial in their grieving process. AIM AND OBJECTIVES:To describe cardiac intensive care unit (ICU) patients' families' opinions on s...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Erikson A,Puntillo K,McAdam J

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this small-scale study was to measure, analyse and compare levels of acoustic noise, in a nine-bedded general intensive care unit (ICU). Measurements were undertaken using the Norsonic 116 sound level meter recording noise levels in the internationally agreed 'A' weighted scale. Noise level data were obtain...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Christensen M

更新日期：2007-07-01 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:This study was carried out to determine the effects of open and closed suction systems on haemodynamic parameters of the patients who underwent open heart surgery. BACKGROUND:Nurses should work meticulously and carefully as many complications may develop if the method used to perform suctioning is not appropriate...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Özden D,Görgülü RS

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM AND BACKGROUND:Shift work, and especially night work, is associated with poor health. Nurses, work a variety of work schedules including night work. So far, few studies have specifically investigated sleep and health among intensive care nurses. DESIGN AND METHODS:We investigated sleep, sleepiness, fatigue, subjec...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Bjorvatn B,Dale S,Hogstad-Erikstein R,Fiske E,Pallesen S,Waage S

更新日期：2012-07-01 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：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：: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：:Recent interest in continuity of care has meant that the illness trajectory experienced by intensive care unit (ICU) patients has received more attention. Using continuous quality improvement as a framework, this paper describes information obtained during a 3-year period relating to ICU patients' long-term experience...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Chaboyer W,Grace J

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It was observed in practice that the withdrawal of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was the cause of much ethical and moral discussion amongst nurses within the ITU where the study took place. No previous literature was located addressing the withdrawal of ECMO, from either a medical or nursing perspective. ...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Harris S

更新日期：2002-05-01 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：:This reflection considers of the actions of the author, a junior ward sister working on a cardiology ward. The reflection is triggered by the unsafe environment found when arriving on the ward unexpectedly, and the report from a staff member. It explores the actions taken in relation to the staff involved, considers t...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Melifonwu R

更新日期：1997-09-01 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:Patient positioning is an independent nursing intervention and may increase peripheral oxygenation for patients with lung disease. Few studies have been conducted on the effect of body positions on oxygenation in patients with lung disease. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:To investigate the effects of five different po...

journal_title：Nursing in critical care

authors： Alan N,Khorshid L

更新日期：2021-01-01 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