Vacca, Vincent M. Jr.

Review the anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, and complications of cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT). Because this serious thrombotic disorder can be mistaken for a migraine, critical care nurses need to be familiar with the clinical presentation of CVT so that treatment can begin as soon as possible.

MacIntyre, Rebecca; Ciechanowski, Mary

Hyperglycemia can lead to poor outcomes in patients with acute ischemic stroke. This article examines the latest glucose targets and management techniques, as well as nursing assessments and interventions for this patient population.

Rowe, Amy

The latest installment in our Electrolyte Series explores sodium and chloride. Learn the causes, signs and symptoms, and available treatments for the following imbalances: hypernatremia, hyponatremia, hyperchloremia, and hypochloremia.

Griffiths, Carrie L.; Livengood, Spencer J.; Hertel, Kristie A.

Sedation is commonly required in the ICU. Critical care nurses need to be familiar with strategic sedation management techniques, including patient monitoring, appropriate sedative selection, and nonpharmacologic interventions. Multidisciplinary patient-centered care is key to achieving optimal patient outcomes.