American journal of critical care : an official publication, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
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Comparative Study
Effects of Sepsis on Morbidity and Mortality in Critically Ill Patients 2 Years After Intensive Care Unit Discharge.
Morbidity and mortality after discharge from an intensive care unit appear to be higher in patients with sepsis than in patients without sepsis. ⋯ Compared with patients without sepsis, those with sepsis have higher mortality in the intensive care unit and have more pain, hospital readmissions, and functional decline within 2 years after discharge.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparative Evaluation of Chest Tube Insertion Site Dressings: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Little empirical evidence is available to guide decisions on what type of dressing to use and how often to change the dressing after placement of a thoracostomy tube. ⋯ Overall, the best type of dressing for promoting skin integrity and patient comfort was the silicone foam dressing. The results of this study may help identify best practices for dressing type and procedures among patients with chest tubes.
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To synthesize evidence of the safety and effectiveness of phonation in patients with fenestrated tracheostomy tubes. ⋯ Fenestrated devices afford benefits for speech and decannulation but carry risks of granulation, aberrant airflow, and acclimation challenges. Findings highlight the need for continued innovation, education, and quality improvement around the use of fenestrated devices.