End-tidal CO2 monitoring
ETCO2 monitoring, a tool once used almost exclusively in patients receiving anesthesia, has proven useful in various settings, including the emergency department, medical–surgical units,…
Respiratory/Pulmonary
Chylothorax: A stepwise approach to care
Clinical management of chylothorax varies, so implementing an organized stepwise approach to care can improve patient outcomes. Components of this approach include a thorough…
Aortic dissection
An aortic dissection is caused by a tear in the intimal wall of the aorta forcing blood to flow between layers of the aorta…
Knowledge of intravascular determination
Current nursing practice uses secondary responses (heart rate, blood pressure, and urine output) to monitor intravascular volume and fluid responsiveness. However, stroke volume measurement…
ECMO and nurse-led mobilization
Early mobilization involves the early application and intensification of physical therapy within the first 2 to 5 days of a critical illness.
Sepsis navigators and hospital outcomes
Without timely intervention, sepsis (a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when an infection triggers a chain reaction) can result in tissue damage, organ failure,…
COVID-19 skin manifestations
Distinguishing between COVID-19 skin manifestations and DTI aids identification, reimbursement, and treatment.
Seasonal flu: 2023-24
In June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) adopted the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ influenza vaccination recommendations for the 2023–2024 flu…
A warming planet and human health
Although most Americans voice concern about climate change (climate breakdown), many remain unaware that they’re experiencing its effects today. In fact, those born in…
Postoperative atelectasis
Early recognition and prompt action achieve a positive outcome. Atelectasis occurs in 90% of patients who receive general anesthesia. Partial or complete collapse of…
COVID-19 biomarkers: What do they tell us?
More than 3 years of data and research have helped us understand that COVID-19 affects the body in many ways. The impact on the…
New lung cancer treatment modalities and their adverse effects
New treatment modalities for lung cancer, including targeted therapy and immunotherapy, have contributed to improved patient survival rates. However, these treatments come with unique…
End-tidal CO2 monitoring
ETCO2 monitoring, a tool once used almost exclusively in patients receiving anesthesia, has proven useful in various settings, including the emergency department,…
Chylothorax: A stepwise approach to care
Clinical management of chylothorax varies, so implementing an organized stepwise approach to care can improve patient outcomes. Components of this approach include…
Aortic dissection
An aortic dissection is caused by a tear in the intimal wall of the aorta forcing blood to flow between layers of…
Knowledge of intravascular determination
Current nursing practice uses secondary responses (heart rate, blood pressure, and urine output) to monitor intravascular volume and fluid responsiveness. However, stroke…
ECMO and nurse-led mobilization
Early mobilization involves the early application and intensification of physical therapy within the first 2 to 5 days of a critical illness.
Sepsis navigators and hospital outcomes
Without timely intervention, sepsis (a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when an infection triggers a chain reaction) can result in tissue damage,…
COVID-19 skin manifestations
Distinguishing between COVID-19 skin manifestations and DTI aids identification, reimbursement, and treatment.
Seasonal flu: 2023-24
In June, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) adopted the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ influenza vaccination recommendations for the…
A warming planet and human health
Although most Americans voice concern about climate change (climate breakdown), many remain unaware that they’re experiencing its effects today. In fact, those…
Postoperative atelectasis
Early recognition and prompt action achieve a positive outcome. Atelectasis occurs in 90% of patients who receive general anesthesia. Partial or complete…
COVID-19 biomarkers: What do they tell us?
More than 3 years of data and research have helped us understand that COVID-19 affects the body in many ways. The impact…
New lung cancer treatment modalities and their adverse effects
New treatment modalities for lung cancer, including targeted therapy and immunotherapy, have contributed to improved patient survival rates. However, these treatments come…