Canadian journal of cardiovascular nursing = Journal canadien en soins infirmiers cardio-vasculaires

The most recent articles from: Can J Cardiovasc Nurs January 2010

Can J Cardiovasc Nurs · Jan 2010

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Cold therapy for the management of pain associated with deep breathing and coughing post-cardiac surgery.

Coughing has been identified as the most painful experience post cardiac surgery. ⋯ This study demonstrates that cold therapy can be used to manage sternal incisional pain when DB & C.

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Can J Cardiovasc Nurs · Jan 2010

Did you know ? ...NPO after midnight is not best practice.

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Can J Cardiovasc Nurs · Jan 2010

Looking past the heart rhythm: continuous ST-segment monitoring for adults.

Clinical practice guidelines and expert consensus statements are available to guide nursing practice. Research suggests care gaps exist between best practice standards and the clinical reality of day-to-day nursing practice. The purpose of this column is to review the rationale for ST-segment monitoring, indications, preparation and implications for direct patient care.

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