Category: Critical Care

Table of Contents Yinet Literature Review Paper PICOT Question Critical Illness The magnitude of the Problem Interventions Conclusion References Yinet Literature Review Paper Critical illness denotes a severe condition that is usually fatal (McAdam, Fontaine, White, Dracup, & Puntillo, 2012). Therefore, critical illness signifies a condition, disease, or sicknesses such as cancer, renal disorder, heart…

This is a critical analysis of leadership in the intensive care unit (ICU). According to van Schijndel and Burchardi, scholars have not paid much attention to practical management in the intensive care medicine (van Schijndel & Burchardi, 2007). As a result, there is little evidence-based research to support management practices. In most cases, only anecdotal…

Table of Contents Introduction Leadership Style Future Planning Current Issues and Trends Conclusion References Introduction As the subject of the interview, the senior nurse of the intensive care unit (ICU) of a Miami hospital, Mrs. S., is engaged. Mrs. S. is a registered nurse with a BSN degree. She has been working in this hospital…

Table of Contents Problem Statement Real-Time Solution Implementation of the Vent Bundle Other Measures Resources Required for Implementation Monitoring of Program Feasibility of the Plan Evaluation of the Progress Anticipated Challenges References Problem Statement Statistically, five to ten critically ill intubated patients develop VAP in the United States ICU settings. Thus there is a need…

The intensive care unit nurse is the position I am going to interview. The question where the candidate must provide the most precise response would involve a real-life scenario. The answer must include a detailed description of actions that should be taken in a stressful situation. The special skill required to perform is the practical…

The four core principles of biomedical ethics are non-maleficence, justice, beneficence, and patient autonomy. Respect for autonomy means that doctor has to make decisions based on the patients moral and ethical values because the one is legally competent to make individual health choices. This principle involves a range of practices, from protecting patient information privacy…

For new graduate nurses working in Intensive Care Units, does the application of the social representation approach compared to no intervention lead to the reduction of stress levels during the first six months of their practice? P (population)  new graduate nurses working in Intensive Care Units I (intervention)  the application of the social…

Introduction The use of physical and chemical restraints in acute and intensive care began ages ago. Of these two restraint methods, physical restraint has attracted the most negative attention and criticism from both the health care sector and the human rights organizations. However, both chemical and physical restraints continue to be used to a certain…

Explain the process that was used to develop the Quality Program To develop the quality program, Simpson, Peterson, and OBrien-Ladner (2007) utilized Shewhart and Demings plan-do-study-act methodology (p. 185) to create an initial checklist for screening. The study was given to different doctors and nurses to gain feedback. After the collected feedback had been taken…

The Strategy for Disseminating the Results The first strategy of disseminating the results will entail the use of brochures and newsletters. These periodic publications (quarterly) will serve the purpose of informing the nurses and other stakeholders about the progress of the project. The data will also highlight the areas of achievement, which will motivate the…