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M R Hagland

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PubMed1996

Septic shock: a case study.

Septic shock is a pathological process that is common to most intensive care units; however, despite major developments in intensive care and medicine, it continues to be one of the commonest causes of morbidity and mortality. This article describes the management of a patient admitted to intensive care with septic shock. Some of the principles regarding septic shock, including the pathophysiology, management and nursing care, are explored. Also included are some of the current theories and research into the sepsis syndrome.

Acute Disease↗
PubMed1995

Nurse-patient communication in intensive care: a low priority?

Nursing literature is well endowed with information supporting the importance of maintaining optimal communication between nurses and critically ill patients (Rundell 1991). There is, however, evidence to suggest that although critical care nurses are aware of the need to communicate effectively with their patients, this often does not occur (Mallett 1990).

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed1993

The management of acute renal failure in the intensive therapy unit.

The intensive care setting is well recognised as a highly technical area, and intensive care nurses are regularly introduced to new and increasingly more sophisticated and complicated equipment. The aim of this article is to eliminate some of the confusion surrounding the choice of dialysis treatment in acute renal failure by reviewing the different types of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Explanation of the principles behind CRRT is expanded by identification of the main differences between continuous haemofiltration and continuous haemodialysis. Some of the more common problems encountered are discussed and suggestions for nursing practice included.

Acute Kidney Injury↗