ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

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AbstractThe controveesial issues and numerous, regulatory, ethical, financial, and liability risks that must be considered when a health care organization evaluates implementation of a program to reuse single-use equipment are discussed. A role for the well-informed intravenous nurse specialist in institutional policy development regarding reuse of infusion equipment is suggested. Numerous resources on this topic are referenced.

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

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AbstractTip malposition of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) is a frequently encountered problem. Invasive and noninvasive techniques for resolution of malpositions described in the listerature are reviewed. A positive outcome using noninvasive techniques after a looped malposition in the axillary vein is discussed.

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

AbstractThe role of teacher is inherent to the profession of nursing. According to the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the goal of patient and family education is to improve patient health outcomes by promoting healthy behavior and involving the patient in care decisions. Infusion therapy encompasses a variety of therapies, equipment, and techniques that often must be taught to the patient or provider of care.Education involves assessment, goals, allocation of resources, maximizing patient self-care skills, enhancing patient participation in continuing care, and promoting interactive communication between patients and providers. This article focuses on tools for better assessments, fine tunning goal setting, creative teaching strategies, and four levels of evaluation that lead to positive patient outcomes.

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

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AbstractA descriptive comparison study was conducted to determine if there were any coagulation, immune, nutritional, or insertion-related differences between 64 adult hospitalized clients who experienced phlebitis after insertion of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) compared with a matched group of 64 adult hospitalized clients who did not develop phlebitis. Factors that significantly decreased the development of phlebitis in this study included smaller cathete gauge, placement in the basilic vein, tip location in the superior vena cava, no manipulation on movement at the exit site, and higher platelet levels.

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

AbstractModern medicine has at its disposal a vast array of technology to provide support for basic human functions that have been compromised by trauma or disease. These are frequently referred to as life-support interventions, without which life could not be sustained beyond either an immediate or reltively short period of time. This includes support for basic physilogic activities such as respiration, circulation, kidney function, and food and fluid needs. Among the many medical interventions available to circumvent life-threatening situations that jeopardize these basic functions, artificial nutritionthydration poses the greatest challenges. Various factors must be considered and weighed in coming to a decision about the appropriateness or inappropriateness of using the technology available to provide nutrition and hydration. These factors include clinical, ethical, legal and emotional considerations.

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0896-5846    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID