Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research
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Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res · Sep 2020
Effects of Open and Closed Tracheal Suctioning on Pain in Mechanically Ventilated Patients.
Painful care procedures are the most common cause of stress in patients admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs). Tracheal suctioning is the most painful experience for ICU patients. The present study was conducted to compare open and closed endotracheal suctioning in terms of their effect in pain in mechanically ventilated patients. ⋯ The present findings suggested a lower pain in the patients with closed suctioning compared to those with open suctioning.
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Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res · Sep 2020
Overcrowding Management and Patient Safety: An Application of the Stabilization Model.
Emergency department is among the most crowded hospital units. The function of this department considerably affects the functions of other hospital units as well as patient satisfaction. The Stabilization Model is a strategy with potential effectiveness in managing overcrowding in emergency department. This study aimed to determine the effects of overcrowding management based on the stabilization model on patient safety in emergency department. ⋯ Overcrowding management based on the stabilization model can significantly enhance patients' perceived safety. Therefore, this strategy can be used to ease emergency department overcrowding and enhance patient safety and care quality.