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35 articles for “Intensive Care Units”
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A Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Impact of Heparin Saline and 0.9% Sodium Chloride on Maintaining Central Venous Catheter Patency in Critically Ill Patients at PGIMS, Haryana
Abstract: Background: Central venous catheters (CVCs) are frequently utilized in healthcare environments, especially within intensive care units (ICUs), for various medical purposes. They are inserted to facilitate the delivery of fluids, blood products, medications, parenteral nutrition, as well as for monitoring central venous pressure and performing dialysis. Objectives: The main objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of heparin saline compared to 0.9% sodium chloride in ensuring the patency …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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To Assess Radiation Awareness Among Healthcare Workers and Their Approach Toward Radiation Protection
Abstract: Every healthcare professional, whether directly or indirectly exposed to radiation, needs to be knowledgeable about radiation protection to make sure that the potential risks do not outweigh the advantages of diagnostic imaging. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the healthcare staff at Indus International Hospital in Derabassi’s understanding of radiation protection. Healthcare professionals, including nurses, technicians, doctors, and general duty personnel, participated in a cross-sectional survey. The quantitative …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Lab View-Based Wireless Health Monitoring System Using GSM
Abstract: In India, numerous patients are biting the dust in light of heart assaults and purpose for that they are not getting auspicious and appropriate offer assistance. To give them opportune and appropriate enable first we to need to nonstop checking of patient wellbeing. The settled checking framework can be utilized just when the patient is on informal lodging framework are immense and just accessible in the healing facilities in intensive …
Published in International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Magnitude, risk factors and preventive strategies for Post ICU Care Syndrome (PICS) in ICU Setting: A Systematic Review
Abstract: After leaving the ICU, patients may suffer from what is known as Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), which can happen to any person who has been in the ICU. Patients with PICS present with physical, cognitive & psychiatric impairments. PICS may be induced if a person was on prolonged mechanical ventilation, experienced sepsis, multiple organ failure and a prolonged duration of “bed-restore deep sedation”. It has been estimated that Post-Traumatic stress …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Effect of Interventional Protocol for Oropharyngeal Irrigation on Prevention of Ventilator-associated Pneumonia among Intubated Patients Admitted in ICU of Selected Hospital
Abstract: Oral care is too forgotten in the physiological crises of critical illness. The problems developing from their time in intensive care unit (ICU) can cause long-term oral and nosocomial disease. Maintaining oral hygiene in critically ill patients is a key nursing obligation, and the health of a patient's mouth canbe an indicator of the quality of nursing care received. The critical care nurses can contribute the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 39–42 Read article
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Effectiveness of the ABCDE Bundle on ICU-acquired Delirium and Weakness among Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Abstract: Background: The ABCDE bundle integrates evidence-based practice to improve and conservepatients’ physical, and neurocognitive status through awakening and breathing coordination,delirium assessment, and mobility. Aim of the study: to examine the effectiveness of ABCDE bundle onICU-acquired delirium and weakness among mechanical ventilation (MV) patients. Setting: TheSurgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Menoufia University Hospital. Sample: A convenient sampleof 100 mechanically ventilated patients who were admitted to the SICU. Design: A quasi-experimental …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding the Use of Anti-embolic Stockings Among Nurses in ICUs
Abstract: Deep vein thrombosis is less likely while wearing anti-embolic stockings. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding the usage of anti-embolic stockings in intensive care units. A quantitative descriptive design was used. The study was undertaken among 100 nurses using a convenient sampling technique. Questionnaire and rating scales were the tools used, the content validity and reliability of tools were established. The …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Comparison Between Electrical Stimulation and Intermittent Pneumatic Compression to Reduce Incidence of Deep Vein Thrombosis in High-risk Critically lll Patients
Abstract: Background: Prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is an effective way to reduce morbidity and death among critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression are alternative preventive strategies of preventing DVT through decreasing the degree of lower limb edema and muscle weakness in ICU. Purpose of the Study: To compare the electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression as a preventive strategy to reduce …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of a Planned Teaching Programme on Care of the Patient on Ventilator in terms of Knowledge and Practice among Staff Nurses Working in ICUs of the Selected Government Medical College attached Hospitals of Gujarat State
Abstract: This study was aimed to assess the knowledge and practice of staff nurses before and after administration of a planned teaching program on care of the patient on ventilator in intensive care units (ICUs) of the selected government medical college attached hospital of Gujarat state. A quasi-experimental study approach was used with one group pre-test–post-test design conducted in ICUs of the selected government medical college attached hospitals of Gujarat state. …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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A study to Assess Moral Distress and its Contributing Factors to Patient Care Among Staff Nurses Working in a Selected Govt. Hospital, West Bengal
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted to evaluate moral distress felt by staff nurses, identifying the contributing factors regarding moral distress, determining association between moral distress and selected demographic variables & identifying correlation between moral distress and contributing factors. The conceptual framework adopted for the study is based on Betty Neuman’s system Model.140 nursing personnel were selected as sample through non probability purposive sampling technique. The setting was Medical College and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 75–82 Read article
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Maternal Satisfaction in Providing Tactile and Kinaesthetic Stimulation to Preterm Newborn
Abstract: Background: Preterm neonates are the babies born before 37 completed weeks of gestation. Most of the preterm newborns require continuous observation and care. Studies proved that when the mothers are involved in giving care to the babies in NICU, it may reduce the postnatal stress among them, and also improves the maternal–child interaction. This study aimed to involve the mothers to provide tactile and kinaesthetic stimulation (TKS) for the preterm …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Nursing Critical Care: Competency Based Training
Abstract: In this era of fast developing industries, requirement of skilled professional has also gone up.Many new hospitals in private health sector are developing; always there is shortage ofdoctors and trained nurses. Nursing colleges are producing nurses; however they are stillless in number and most of them are not well versed with critical or emergency care due todeficiency of such teaching and training programs across most of India. Main reason of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 27s–36s Read article
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Effect of Music Therapy on Amount of Expressed Breast Milk and Anxiety Among Mothers of Babies Admitted in NICU
Abstract: Babies admitted in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), whose sucking reflex is weak cannot suck well onto the breast. So, mothers require expressing their breast milk to feed their babies. The admissions of the child to the NICU poses stress for the mother, which could affect breast milk production. Therefore, an expressive evaluatory study to measure the result of music therapy on amount of articulated breast milk and nervousness among …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 59–67 Read article
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Psycho-social Aspects of Critically III Patients: A Review
Abstract: Introduction: Critical care units (CCUs) is fast-based treatment, which includes highly technologically focused arrangements for invasive and non-invasive procedures with high intensity interventions. Causes of psycho-social distress: Acute distressing events, Situational-related to an external event/situation Maturational, dismemberment, accession, demoralization, alteration in selfconcept and body image, pain and excessive anxiety, depersonalization, social isolation and separation, impaired communication. Clinical Manifestations: Psychological immobility, powerlessness, loneliness, helplessness, hopelessness, avoidance and denial, hostility and anger, …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–45 Read article
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Effect of Sitz Bath on Intensity of Pain at Episiotomy Site Among Postnatal Mothers Admitted in Obstetrics Units of Nehru Hospital, PGIMER, Chandigarh in The Year 2010-11
Abstract: Objective: To determine the effect of sitz bath on intensity of pain at episiotomy site among postnatal mothers. Methods: 100 patients with episiotomy were enrolled in the study with purposive sampling. Then divided into two groups: control and experimental group. Sitz bath was given to experimental group after 12 hours of postnatal period for twice in a day for 1-4 days. Control group received routine care of the ward. Assessment …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 18–25 Read article