Enfermería intensiva
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Enfermería intensiva · Jan 2016
Randomized Controlled Trial[Randomised study of the relationship between the use of CPRmeter® device and the quality of chest compressions in a simulated cardiopulmonary resuscitation].
To determine whether the use of CPRmeter(®) during the resuscitation manoeuvres, is related to a higher quality of external cardiac massage, as recommended by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR). To compare the quality obtained without the use or this, and whether there are differences related to anthropometric, demographic, professional and/or occupational factors. ⋯ The use of CPRmeter(®) device in simulated resuscitations is related to a higher quality of cardiac massage, improving the approach to the ILCOR recommendations, regardless of the characteristics of the participants. They were 83.8% more likely to achieve a quality massage using the device than without it.
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Enfermería intensiva · Oct 2015
[Meaning of family confrontation for nurses of intensive care units for adult people - Medellín 2013].
To comprehend the meaning nurses give to family confrontation, from their experiences while patients are in adult intensive care units in Medellin 2013. ⋯ For the nurses, family confrontation means that family members understand, comprehend, accept, know, bear and go on with the situation; therefore, they can make good decisions regarding the patient's care in the adult intensive care units.
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Enfermería intensiva · Oct 2015
[Application and evalauation of care plan for patients admitted to Intensive Care Units].
Assess whether the use of the nursing care plans improves outcomes of nursing care to patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). ⋯ The implementation of nursing care plans in patients admitted to the intensive care area may contribute to improvement in the outcomes of nursing care.
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Quantify the muscle mass and body weight variation in critically ill patients and to identify associated factors. ⋯ The critically ill patient presents a significant muscle waste related with the length of stay and the treatment received with muscle relaxants. Patients are being discharged with a similar body weight to which they were admitted but with a significant reduction of muscle mass.
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Enfermería intensiva · Jul 2015
Review[Need for the role of the patient's family members at the intensive care unit].
To know the current status for the role of family members in the intensive care unit and its evolution, analyzing areas for improvement and learning about the nursing role. ⋯ Solving the need for this role decreases anxiety and stress on relatives and patients. Their implication on the patient process enhances and helps professionals to know the patient's background.