Canadian journal of cardiovascular nursing = Journal canadien en soins infirmiers cardio-vasculaires
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Can J Cardiovasc Nurs · Jan 2009
Assessing quality of reports on randomized clinical trials in nursing journals.
Several surveys have presented the quality of reports on randomized clinical trials (RCTs) published in general and specialty medical journals. The aim of these surveys was to raise scientific consciousness on methodological aspects pertaining to internal and external validity. These reviews have suggested that the methodological quality could be improved. ⋯ Better methodological quality in reports of RCTs will contribute to increase the standards of nursing research.
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Can J Cardiovasc Nurs · Jan 2009
Review Case ReportsDysphagia following cardiovascular surgery: a clinical overview.
The objective of this clinical paper is to enhance nurses' understanding of normal swallowing physiology and post-operative swallowing impairments (dysphagia) in patients following cardiovascular surgery. Ultimately, the goals of dysphagia assessment and management are to prevent pulmonary complications secondary to aspiration and to ensure safe and adequate nutritional intake and hydration. ⋯ Clinical and instrumental dysphagia assessment methods are reviewed. A case report is used to illustrate the benefit of nursing involvement in the care of a patient with dysphagia following cardiovascular surgery.