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Differential Diagnosis of Low Hemoglobin
This article highlights the equal importance of the patient's history and laboratory values in arriving at the correct diagnosis of low hemoglobin level. The approach to diagnosis is described along with an algorithm to enable the clinician to quickly and effectively diagnose their patients. Discussion The differential diagnosis of low hemoglobin level is extensive, and some may be overlooked if an organized approach is not taken. For unstable patients, the diagnosis is usually clearer to the clinician. However, for a stable patient, the diagnosis may be difficult to obtain owing to the many causes of low hemoglobin...
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - June 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Clinical DIMENSION Source Type: research

Resilience
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - June 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Editorial Source Type: research

Book and Media Review
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Book and Media Review Source Type: research

Major Prehospital Trauma and In-Hospital Emergencies: Massive Transfusion Triggers
Discussion Injury mechanism, clinical-analytical variables, and resuscitation strategies have a significant influence on the need for MT; therefore, early identification is fundamental for performing quality management and addressing avoidable factors during MT processes. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Leadership DIMENSION Source Type: research

Critical Incidents Involving the Medical Emergency Team: A 5-Year Retrospective Assessment for Healthcare Improvement
Discussion Medical emergency teams' critical incidents are rare and mainly due to the lack of compliance with protocols and of training and supplies, which require appropriate educational and organizational strategies. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Research DIMENSION Source Type: research

Health Care Professional Students’ Perceptions of Teamwork and Roles After an Interprofessional Critical Care Simulation
Discussion On the basis of these findings, the critical care Sim-IPE was an effective teaching strategy to increase the perception of roles and responsibilities of interprofessional critical care team members with applicability to many other specialty topics. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Research DIMENSION Source Type: research

Patient-Level Barriers and Facilitators to Early Mobilization and the Relationship With Physical Disability Post–Intensive Care: Part 2 of an Integrative Review Through the Lens of the World Health Organization International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health
Discussion Early mobilization is associated with reduced PD PIC, yet numerous contextual factors affect the delivery of EM in the ICU. Further study of patient-level factors and EM must explore the relationship between patient engagement, baseline demographics, and functional status at ICU admission, patient-level considerations for decisions to mobilize, and EM in the ICU. This research is critical to improving the delivery of EM in the ICU and reducing PD PIC. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Research DIMENSION Source Type: research

DCCN on the Web
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: DCCN on the Web Source Type: research

The Lived Experiences of Nurses Working During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This study used a hermeneutic phenomenology design. Semistructured interviews via telephone were conducted and then transcribed verbatim. Colaizzi's method of analysis was used. Data saturation was achieved with 14 participants. Results Three major themes were evident. They were “the human connection,” “the nursing burden,” and “coping.” Subthemes were identified under each major theme. Discussion This study depicted nurses who are caring, empathetic, and resilient. They had many recommendations for fellow nurses, the public, and health care organizations. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Research DIMENSION Source Type: research

Preferred Teaching/Learning Strategies for Graduate Nursing Students in Web-Enhanced Courses
Conclusion Preferred teaching/learning strategies that incorporate asynchronous and synchronous learning should be developed. These strategies will enhance the knowledge base of nurses in all settings and populations. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Educational DIMENSION Source Type: research

Call for Manuscripts
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Call for Manuscripts Source Type: research

Thrombocytopenia: Effect in Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke
Conclusion Acknowledging the impact of both platelet and thrombocytopenia on stroke causation, stroke interventions, and outcomes is a pivotal aspect of comprehensive stroke care. Platelet function processes are impactful in each point of the continuum of stroke care, prevention, intervention, and discharge. (Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing)
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Clinical DIMENSION Source Type: research

Let's Talk About It: What COVID-19 Has Taught a South African Intensive Care Unit About Communication
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Editorial Source Type: research

Book and Media Review
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - February 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Book and Media Review Source Type: research

Pediatric Research Abstracts
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Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - February 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: DEPARTMENTS: Pediatric Research Abstracts Source Type: research