Scand J Trauma Resus
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Scand J Trauma Resus · Nov 2018
A prediction model for good neurological outcome in successfully resuscitated out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients.
In the initial hours after out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), it remains difficult to estimate whether the degree of post-ischemic brain damage will be compatible with long-term good neurological outcome. We aimed to construct prognostic models able to predict good neurological outcome of OHCA patients within 48 h after CCU admission using variables that are bedside available. ⋯ This study shows that good neurological outcome after OHCA can be reasonably predicted as early as 24 h following ICU admission using parameters that are bedside available. These prediction models could identify patients who would benefit the most from intensive care.
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Scand J Trauma Resus · Nov 2018
Multicenter StudyTreat me nice! -a cross-sectional study examining support during the first year in the emergency medical services.
Working in the emergency medical service (EMS) can be extremely varying and sometimes physically and psychologically demanding. Being new in this context can be a great challenge. This study aim to describe what ambulance nurses consider to be important support during the first year in the EMS. ⋯ It was concluded that an important way to support newcomers in the EMS is to treat them 'nice'. This can be achieved by creating an open climate and a welcoming culture where the new professionals feel trusted and treated with respect, created ways to work structurally, have applicable medical guidelines, and for newcomers to receive feedback on their actions.