B-type Natriuretic Peptide Rapid Assay: A Diagnostic Test for Heart Failure Ancheta, Irma B. Ancheta, Irma B. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):149-154, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: This article focuses on the description of the diagnostic performance of the BNP rapid assay, its clinical dimensions, and implications for nursing practice. Buy CE Test
The Recognition and Treatment of Amyloidosis in the Critical Care Patient McGowan, Nancy McGowan, Nancy Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):161-164, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Primary amyloidosis is a little understood disease. This paper discusses the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and treatment options for primary amyloidosis in the critical care patient. 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
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A Closing Word: End of Life-Personal Experiences Miracle, Vickie A. Miracle, Vickie A. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):195-196, July-August 2006. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy
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Body Mass Index Basics for Critical Care Nurses Bernardo, Lisa Marie; Crane, Patricia A. Bernardo, Lisa Marie; Crane, Patricia A. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):157-160, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: With the ever increasing incidence of obesity in children and teenagers, it is essential that critical care nurses be aware of the problem. The role of nurses in managing this epidemic is presented. Buy
A Personal Reflection: Tactile Music Therapy at Night for Patients on ECMO in the Pediatric Intensive Care Setting Southby, H. Veronica Southby, H. Veronica Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):172-174, July-August 2006. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Read this emotional account of the beneficial effects of tactile music on one infant receiving ECMO in a pediatric intensive care unit. Buy
A Look at Critical Care Visitation: The Case for Flexible Visitation Sims, Jennifer M.; Miracle, Vickie A. Sims, Jennifer M.; Miracle, Vickie A. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):175-180, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The purpose of this study was to identify the stressors intensive care unit nurses perceived as the most prevalent within their work setting. The study also identified the types of coping mechanisms used by nurses in these settings. Buy
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Research Abstracts Ihlenfeld, Janet T. Ihlenfeld, Janet T. Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):183-184, July-August 2006. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Buy
Reported Stressors and Ways of Coping Utilized by Intensive Care Unit Nurses Hays, Margaret A.; All, Anita C.; Mannahan, Carol; More Hays, Margaret A.; All, Anita C.; Mannahan, Carol; Cuaderes, Elena; Wallace, Debra Less Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing. 25(4):185-193, July-August 2006. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The purpose of this study was to identify the stressors intensive care unit nurses perceived as the most prevalent within their work setting. The study also identified the types of coping mechanisms used by nurses in these settings. Buy
