Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.CCN.0000546310.00168.30
L. Yekefallah, Fatemeh Aghae, J. Azimian, M. Heidari, F. Hasandoost
Abstract: This study investigates the effect of tactile stimulation on consciousness and vital signs in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) in ICUs. A clinical trial was conducted on 60 patients with TBI admitted to ICUs in three hospitals in Qazvin, Iran, in 2016. Study results show that tactile stimulation increased the level of consciousness and decreased the systolic BP, diastolic BP, and respiratory rate in these patients.
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Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.CCN.0000544397.74806.9a
B. Hetland, J. Heusinkvelt, L. Krabbenhoft, E. Grotts
Abstract: Mechanical ventilation weaning remains a challenge in critical care nursing. Nurses can review the evidence-based guidelines provided in this article to gain a better understanding of common ventilator modes and settings, the weaning process, common complications, and symptom management. Five nursing-care recommendations for achieving optimal patient outcomes are also shared.
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Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.CCN.0000546307.15415.e6
Carrie L. Griffiths, Matthew R. Jackson, T. Hoke, K. Hertel
Abstract: Septic shock is a condition associated with life-threatening hypoperfusion that often requires vasopressor therapy. The FDA's approval last year of angiotensin II for use in septic shock may impact current treatment. This article reviews current literature and trials about the use of angiotensin II for the treatment of septic shock.
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Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.CCN.0000534930.08796.DF
R. Keegan
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Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.CCN.0000546311.07792.74
Tamela Kisner
Abstract:A culture of incivility can compromise team professionalism and patient safety. Incivility comes in many forms, including verbal or nonverbal abuse, passive aggression, and bullying. Facilities can address incivility by adopting a zero-tolerance policy and holding educational sessions teach
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Pub Date : 2018-11-01DOI: 10.1097/01.ccn.0000546312.45910.cb
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