Cultural and Linguistic Validation of the Italian Version of the Intensive Care Delirium Screening Checklist Domenico, Giusti Gian; Federica, Piergentili Domenico, Giusti Gian; Federica, Piergentili Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 31(4):246-251, July/August 2012. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This article presents the results of a study conducted to identify the most suitable rating scales for the diagnosis of delirium within the Italian setting and create a validated Italian version. Buy
Preventing Intensive Care Unit Delirium: A Patient-Centered Approach to Reducing Sleep Disruption Stuck, Amy; Clark, Mary Jo; Connelly, Cynthia D. Stuck, Amy; Clark, Mary Jo; Connelly, Cynthia D. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 30(6):315-320, November-December 2011. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The purpose of this article is to promote consideration of a patient-centered approach to modifying one of the suspected risk factors for intensive care unit delirium-sleep deprivation. Buy
Adaptation Challenges Facing Internationally Educated Nurses Chege, Nancy; Garon, Maryanne Chege, Nancy; Garon, Maryanne Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 29(3):131-135, May-June 2010. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This article describes the challenges facing internationally educated nurses working in the United States. The authors describe an extensive literature review as well as personal perspectives and suggests strategies to help internationally educated nurses adjust to the workforce in the United States. Buy
Treating Agitation With Dexmedetomidine in the ICU Boyer, Jeanne Boyer, Jeanne Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 28(3):102-109, May-June 2009. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: In this article, the author discusses the use of dexmedetomidine as an alternative to currently commonly used therapies for managing agitation in critically ill patients. Buy
A Brief Report of Research: Evaluating the Effects of Ketamine on Memory in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Jeffrey, Rumfield Jeffrey, Rumfield Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 28(2):83, March-April 2009. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy
A Brief Report of Student Research: Protocol Versus Nursing Practice: Sedation Vacation in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit Joseph-Belfort, Alison Joseph-Belfort, Alison Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 28(2):81-82, March-April 2009. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Sedation interruption is a significant nursing practice issue. One of the purposes of this study was to examine the nursing knowledge on sedation interruption protocol and criteria for interruption. The findings of this study are presented in this article. Buy
Innovative Solutions: Providing Specialized Nursing Care to the Patient With Acute Neurologic Injury in a General Critical Care Unit Eigsti, Janice E. Eigsti, Janice E. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 28(1):24-29, January-February 2009. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This article presents the work of one facility to provide standardized education for those caring for patients who have acute neurologic injury. Buy
"Between the Fixed and the Changing": Examining and Comparing Reliability and Validity of 3 Sedation-Agitation Measuring Scales Rassin, Michal; Sruyah, Ronit; Kahalon, Ayelet; More Rassin, Michal; Sruyah, Ronit; Kahalon, Ayelet; Naveh, Reut; Nicar, Irit; Silner, Dina Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 26(2):76-82, March-April 2007. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The purpose of this study was to compare the reliability and validity of three Sedation-Agitation Scales. The findings show the effectiveness of these tools as a daily assessment strategy in the intensive care unit. Buy
The Challenges of Managing and Treating Guillain-Barré Syndrome During the Acute Phase Atkinson, Stephanie B.; Carr, Rebecca Lamb; Maybee, Patricia; More Atkinson, Stephanie B.; Carr, Rebecca Lamb; Maybee, Patricia; Haynes, Donna Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(6):256-263, November-December 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The pathophysiology of Guillain-Barré Syndrome is presented in this article along with its clinical presentation, nursing assessment, management, and available treatment options. Buy
Anatomy and Physiology of Neurological Compensatory Mechanisms Eigsti, Janice; Henke, Kim Eigsti, Janice; Henke, Kim Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(5):197-202, September-October 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This article reviews the components of the skull as well as their role in maintaining integrity and normal intracranial pressure. In addition, compensatory mechanisms to prevent the destructive effects of cerebral ischemia and injury will be described. Buy Take the CE Test
Treatment and Nursing Care for a Patient With Guillain-Barré Syndrome Haldeman, Daniel; Zulkosky, Kristen Haldeman, Daniel; Zulkosky, Kristen Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 24(6):267-272, November-December 2005. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The care of a patient with Guillain-Barre Syndrome is challenging for healthcare providers. This article presents a case study which describes the care needed by patients who suffer from this syndrome. Buy
The Disease Process of Spinal Cord Injuries: A Case Study Reflecting Holistic Nursing Management Delp, Sharon M.; Ruth-Sahd, Lisa A. Delp, Sharon M.; Ruth-Sahd, Lisa A. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 24(2):57-63, March-April 2005. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Spinal cord injuries are very devastating with over 10,000 cases each year in the United States. The systemic injuries, along with nursing care, will be discussed in this article. Buy
The Stress Response, Psychoneuroimmunology, and Stress Among ICU Patients Lusk, Brigid; Lash, Ayhan Aytekin Lusk, Brigid; Lash, Ayhan Aytekin Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 24(1):25-31, January-February 2005. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This provocative article provides an in-depth discussion of the stress cascade and its connection with immunity as well an interventions critical care nurses can implement to reduce stress in their patients Buy
Poststroke Depression in Elderly Patients Farrell, Cynthia Farrell, Cynthia Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(6):264-269, November-December 2004. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The author explains the importance of various classes of antidepressant medications, particularly in elderly patients who have suffered a stroke. Buy
Management of Increased Intracranial Pressure: A Primer for the Non-neuro Critical Care Nurse Josephson, Linda Josephson, Linda Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 23(5):194-207, September-October 2004. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The author reviews several concepts of neurological care and updates critical care nurses on new approaches to caring for patients with increased intracranial pressure. Buy
Management of Pharmacologically Induced Neuromuscular Blockade Using Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Loyola, Roselyn; Dreher, H. Michael Loyola, Roselyn; Dreher, H. Michael Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 22(4):157-164, July-August 2003. Abstract Abstract Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy Take the CE Test
An Algorithm for Train-of-Four Monitoring in Patients Receiving Continuous Neuromuscular Blocking Agents Jones, Susan K. Jones, Susan K. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 22(2):50-57, March-April 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
