Critical care nurse
-
Critical care nurse · Oct 2023
ReviewCritical Care Nurses' Attitudes About Family Presence During Resuscitation: An Integrative Review.
Family presence during resuscitation was introduced into clinical practice 30 years ago. Despite adoption of family-centered care by several health organizations and support for family presence during resuscitation by professional organizations such as the American Heart Association, critical care nurses' attitudes about family presence during resuscitation vary widely. ⋯ Several factors influence the practice of family presence during resuscitation in critical care settings. Nurse leaders should consider these factors to enhance the practice of family presence during resuscitation.
-
Critical care nurse · Apr 2024
ReviewUse of Rounding Checklists to Improve Communication and Collaboration in the Adult Intensive Care Unit: An Integrative Review.
Intensive care units are complex settings that require effective communication and collaboration among professionals in many disciplines. Rounding checklists are frequently used during interprofessional rounds and have been shown to positively affect patient outcomes. ⋯ Given the complexity of the critical care setting, optimizing teamwork is essential. The evidence from this review indicates that the use of a relatively simple rounding checklist tool during interprofessional rounds can improve perceived collaboration and communication in adult intensive care units.
-
Critical care nurse · Feb 2024
ReviewUse of Biomarkers to Objectively Evaluate Pain in Critically Ill Children: A Scoping Review.
Many studies have been conducted recently to identify biomarkers that could potentially be used to objectively evaluate pain. ⋯ According to this literature review, various biomarkers that are easily obtained and measured in a clinical setting are associated with pain in children. Further investigation of these biomarkers through observational studies is suggested to evaluate their suitability for pain assessment in critically ill children.
-
Critical care nurse · Dec 2023
Case ReportsNursing Management of a Patient With Fulminant Myocarditis and Electrical Storm Receiving ECMO: A Case Report.
Fulminant myocarditis is a devastating disease with significant mortality and complications. The care of patients with fulminant myocarditis is rarely reported. ⋯ This case report presents the activities of bedside nurses in caring for a patient with fulminant myocarditis and broadens the literature describing nursing interventions for patients with fulminant myocarditis.
-
Critical care nurse · Oct 2023
Use of Telestroke to Improve Access to Care for Rural Patients With Stroke Symptoms.
Cerebrovascular accident, or stroke, is a common cause of death or disability. Timely diagnosis and intervention are critical for improving survival rates and reducing the long-term effects of stroke. For patients with ischemic stroke, thrombolytic drugs and endovascular intervention are time-sensitive treatment options. ⋯ Rural patients with stroke symptoms may experience a delay in care or stroke diagnosis due to distance to specialized neurologic services. Telestroke consultation is a successful method for timely diagnosis of stroke and recommendation for treatment.