Evidence-Based Practice Strategy: Increasing Timely Nutrition in Mechanically Ventilated Trauma Surgical Patients Baldonado, Analiza; Naqvi Mugler, Alice; Garland, Adella; More Baldonado, Analiza; Naqvi Mugler, Alice; Garland, Adella; Sherck, John; Chin, Donna E.; Ely, Randi; Barrett-Sheridan, Shirley Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 30(6):346-355, November-December 2011. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This study discusses the many aspects of malnutrition in intensive care units, particularly those patients on mechanical ventilation. Buy
Trepidation: A Family Member's Response to Shift Change in the Intensive Care Unit Bowman, Karen Bowman, Karen Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 29(6):288-292, November-December 2010. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Every 8 to 12 hours, family members who are already coping with the stress of a loved one's illness deal with uncertainty when shift change occurs and a different nurse enters their world. This article discusses the issue of one response-trepidation-and how nurses can ease the transition. Buy
A Model for Preventing Serious Traffic Injury in Teens: Or "Keep Those Teenagers Out of Our ICU!" Sommers, Marilyn (Lynn) S.; Ribak, Judith Sommers, Marilyn (Lynn) S.; Ribak, Judith Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 27(4):143-151, July-August 2008. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Traffic crashes are the leading cause of injury, disability, and death in the youth of the United States. This article discusses methods and strategies for decreasing the risky driving of teenagers. Buy Take the CE Test
Caring for Patients With Traumatic Injuries of the Thoracic Aorta Collins, Angela Smith; Dinsmore, David Collins, Angela Smith; Dinsmore, David Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 26(2):51-56, March-April 2007. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Blunt traumatic injuries of the thoracic aorta continue to be a major cause of mortality and morbidity in the United States. Current procedural issues related to traumatic injuries of the thoracic aorta as well as case studies are presented in this article. Buy
Treatment and Prevention of Pediatric Heat-related Illnesses at Mass Gatherings and Special Events Bernardo, Lisa Marie; Crane, Patricia A.; Veenema, Tener Goodwin Bernardo, Lisa Marie; Crane, Patricia A.; Veenema, Tener Goodwin Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):165-171, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Pediatric heat-related illnesses are likely to occur during mass gatherings and special events. Interventions to prevent heat-related illnesses at these events are discussed. Buy
Use of a Specialized Transport Team for Intrahospital Transport of Critically Ill Patients McLenon, Melissa McLenon, Melissa Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(5):225-229, September-October 2004. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Transferring critically ill patients can be challenging. This article discusses the use of a special team for this purpose. Buy
A Review of Rhabdomyolysis Harriston, Sharon Harriston, Sharon Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(4):155-161, July/August 2004. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The purpose of this article is to educate critical care nurses about the disease process and treatment of rhabdomyolysis. Buy
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and the Intensive Care Unit Patient: Implications for Staff and Advanced Practice Critical Care Nurses Baxter, Andrew Baxter, Andrew Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(4):145-150, July/August 2004. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Nurses are exposed to patients who have PTSD and are admitted to critical care units with other problems. We must be aware of the special needs of these patients and take appropriate action. Buy Take the CE Test
CE Test: Living with Diamond Blackfan Anemia Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(1):8-9, January/February 2004. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy
A Primer on Triage and Mass Casualty Events Ihlenfeld, Janet T. Ihlenfeld, Janet T. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 22(5):204-207, September-October 2003. Abstract Abstract Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy Take the CE Test
Nursing Assessment and Management of Patients With Head Injuries LeJeune, Gerard M.; Howard-Fain, Tamara LeJeune, Gerard M.; Howard-Fain, Tamara Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 21(6):226-229, November-December 2002. Abstract Abstract Favorites Get Content & Permissions Buy Take the CE Test
