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Perceived Knowledge regarding Braden Scale among Critical Care Nurses
Abstract: Background: Pressure ulcer is a common and traumatic health condition, especially in the elderly or physically impaired and most bedridden patients. More than 80% of a bedridden patient will always develop bedsores. The Braden scale is a widely used pressure ulcer risk assessment tool. The current study focuses on assessing the level of knowledge of critical care nurses on pressure ulcer prevention using the Braden scale. Methods: The researcher adopted …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 82–87 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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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme (PTP) on Knowledge regarding Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) among Staff Nurses Working in Critical Care Units in JSS Hospital at Mysuru
Abstract: Background: The main aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of planned teaching programme (PTP) on knowledge regarding personnel protective equipment (PPE) among staff nurses working in critical care units at JSS Hospital Mysuru. Methods: The research approach chosen for the study is quasi-experimental group pre-test post-test approach. The total samples were 60 selected by purposive sampling with in staff nurses working in critical care units at JSS …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) Among Staff Nurses in Dhanvantri Critical Care Centre, Erode
Abstract: Background: A Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) occurs when microorganisms enter a patient’s bloodstream through a central venous catheter. These infections are potentially life-threatening but largely preventable through proper infection control practices. Nurses play a critical role in implementing evidence-based preventive measures to reduce the incidence of CLABSIs. Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a video-assisted teaching program in improving staff nurses’ knowledge regarding the prevention of …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice Regarding Infection Control and Standard Precaution Among Nurses in Critical Care Unit
Abstract: Quantitative non-experimental descriptive exploratory research design is used for this study. Thirty samples from Almas Hospital, Kottakkal Kerala, India, were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. Socio-demographic data were assessed using structured questionnaire and observational check list. Data were analyzed and interpreted by descriptive and inferential statistics. Data collection tools were structured questionnaire and observational checklist. Results and Conclusion: The analysis revealed that a majority of the staff nurses have …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Principles of Fluid Management in Critical Care
Abstract: Critically ill patients are those who are at risk of developing acute cardiovascular insufficiency or shock from any cause. The most common cause of shock has some degree of insufficient intravascular volume and fluid- electrolyte imbalance. Fluid therapy is a dynamic intervention and Volume expansion with fluid is recognized as first step of resuscitation. IV fluid therapy is routinely prescribed across a broad range of clinical settings, including the management …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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Ethical Issues and Implementation Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in ICU Care: A Critical Nursing Perspective
Abstract: Background: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) is rapidly advancing, with AI showing potential to improve patient outcomes by enhancing monitoring, predicting deterioration, and optimizing clinical decision-making. Despite its promise, the implementation of AI in critical care environments raises ethical and practical concerns. This study aims to evaluate the impact of AI on ICU outcomes and explore the associated ethical and implementation challenges. Objective:To assess …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Enhancement Programme for Staff Nurses on Selected Quality Indicators in Critical Care Units of Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Background: As profession become more interdependent, quality assurance programme will help to improve the quality of nursing care. Since there is no much research conducted in this area the investigator wishes to conduct a study on the effectiveness of enhancement programme for staff nurses on selected quality indicators in critical care units. Objectives: (1) To compare the adverse events before and after the enhancement programme. (2) To compare the family …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Nursing Staff Working in Critical Care Areas Regarding Infection Control Bundles in the Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, 2022
Abstract: Care bundles contain a number of evidence-based interventions that, when used in concert, have been shown to yield better results and have a higher impact than the standalone application of individual interventions. The goals of the present study were to evaluate nursing staff members' knowledge, attitudes, and practices about infection control bundles in critical care settings and to determine how these factors relate to sociodemographic factors. A descriptive study was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition on Knowledge and Practice Among Staff Nurses Working at Critical Care Unit, MGMCRI, At Puducherry
Abstract: Background: Adequate nutrition is vital for growth and development of children starting from conception to maturity. Almost all nutritional disorders like protein energy malnutrition, anaemia, rickets, and nutritional blindness occur in this age group. The early use of adequate parenteral nutrition minimizes weight loss, and improves growth and neurons developmental outcome, and appears to reduce the risk of mortality and later adverse outcomes, such as necrotizing enter colitis and bronco …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Effect of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge, Interpretation of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Among Critical Care Nurses, at Selected Wards of Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore
Abstract: Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases are the world leading killer disease. The factors that make the occurrence of cardiovascular disease are more probable. Electrocardiograms are interpreted by Physicians and Nurses in many specialties, including cardiology, internal medicine, family practice, and emergency medicine. Interpretative skills vary among specialists. Ensuring correct recording of ECG is imperative on the part of Nurses and technicians. Because it helps the Physician and Nurse to correctly interpret recordings …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 53–61 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Standard Operating Nursing Procedures (SONPs) in Reduction of VAPap Among the Patients Admitted in Critical Care Units of SDMSMS & Hospital, Dharwad
Abstract: Background: Nursing is an art & science; nurses are the one who often meet the patients and carried out the nursing procedure to meet the needs of the patient. Ventilator-associated pneumonia in one of the major health concerns associated with a high incidence of mortality and morbidity rate in all the ICUs. There is a need for a proper standard operating nursing procedure to reduce the incidence of VAP to …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–45 Read article
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Use of Inotropes in Critical Care
Abstract: Inotropes are a social occasion of pharmaceuticals that modify the contractility of the heart. Positive inotropes invigorate the heart's compressions, so it can pump more blood with fewer heartbeats. This solution is for the most part given to patients with congestive heart disillusionment or cardiomyopathy. These pharmaceuticals may similarly be given to patients who have had a late heart ambush. Now and again, inotropes are given to patients whose hearts …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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A Methodological Study on Development of Clinical Practice Guidelines on Eye Care (CPGE) on Critically Ill Patients Admitted in ICUs
Abstract: Eye care is an essential part of treatment of the critically ill patient, as various mechanisms normally encompassed in caring the eye from infection and injury are cooperated. Methodology: A developmental study was conducted involving Delphi technique in 3 phases. Result: Critical value of CVR according to Lawshe criteria for 11 panelists was 0.59. All items were having CVR value ≥0.59 so all the items were remained. Usability of CPGE …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 62–67 Read article
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Effects of Swallowing and Oral Care Intervention on Reducing Postextubation Dysphagia among Critically Ill Patients
Abstract: Background: Endotracheal Intubation (ETI) is a life-sustaining technique required for critically ill patients to support mechanical ventilation. However, postextubation dyphagia is a common complication of ETI. Postextubation dysphagia negatively affects patients’ outcomes, leading to delayed recommencement of oral intake, poor quality of life, aspiration pneumonia, longer ICU and hospital stays, and increased 90-day mortality. Moreover, the high economic burdens on public health care systems. Early identification of patients at risk …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–51 Read article
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Airway Maintenance in Intensive Care Units
Abstract: Respiratory distress is a serious issue in critical care units. Maintaining patent airways is the basic vital procedure in intensive care units. Maintain Airways (Airway Management) is performed by various methods depending on the extent of trauma and need of ventilation and oxygen saturation. Nurses assist patients round the clock for basic and advanced care. It will be of crucial importance for nurses to know and understand the various methods …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Therapeutic positioning in CCU
Abstract: Repositioning is conceptualized as turning the patient from side to side when lying in bed or on a similar surface. Healthy individuals change positions, even during sleep, approximately every 12 min. A variety of sensory cues prompt a change in body position. These sensory cues prevent detrimental effects of prolonged periods of immobility. Individuals who have neurological impairments must rely on others to reposition them to prevent hazards of immobility. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Caregiver Burden Among Informal Caregivers of Terminally Ill Older Adult Patients in Rural Kerala, India
Abstract: Background: The increasing prevalence of chronic and terminal illnesses among the aging population has elevated the role of family members as primary caregivers for seriously ill patients, particularly in rural settings. This shift places significant burdens on caregivers, encompassing financial, emotional, and physical challenges, thereby impacting their own quality of life and well-being.Objective: This study aimed to explore the factors associated with informal caregiver burden in rural patients with critical …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 48–58 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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A Study to Assess Bowel Pattern, its Associated Factors and Impact on Clinical Outcomes among Critically ill Patients Admitted in ICUs of a Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Background: Defecation and gastrointestinal motility functions are important in critically ill patients as they affect the quality of life. However, scant attention has been given to abnormal bowel pattern in critically ill patients. Aim: The objective of the present study was to assess bowel pattern, its associated factors, and impact on clinical outcomes among critically ill patients. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted on 50 critically ill patients who …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–17 Read article