CE Articles

September 2011

Effects of Systematic Oral Care in Critically Ill Patients: A Multicenter Study

July 2011

Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Timing: Review of Evidence Supporting Current Practice
The Role of Standardized Protocols in Unplanned Extubations in a Medical Intensive Care Unit

May 2011

Cardiac Index Based on Measurements Obtained in a Bedside Chair and in Bed
Understanding Health Care Professionals’ Views of Family Presence During Pediatric Resuscitation
Continuous ST-Segment Monitoring: Nurses’ Attitudes, Practices, and Quality of Patient Care

March 2011

Diagnosis of Pleural Effusion: A Systematic Approach
Evaluation of an Intervention to Maintain Endotracheal Tube Cuff Pressure Within Therapeutic Range
Adverse Clinical Events During Intrahospital Transport by a Specialized Team: A Preliminary Report

January 2011

Protecting Fragile Skin: Nursing Interventions to Decrease Development of Pressure Ulcers in Pediatric Intensive Care
Effects of β-Blockers and Anxiety on Complication Rates After Acute Myocardial Infarction
Caregivers of the Chronically Critically Ill After Discharge From the Intensive Care Unit: Six Months’ Experience

November 2010

Current Practices for Withdrawal of Life Support in Intensive Care Units
Nursing Specialty Certification and Nursing-Sensitive Patient Outcomes in the Intensive Care Unit
Elevated Cardiac Troponin I and Functional Recovery and Disability in Patients After Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Sound Intensity and Noise Evaluation in a Critical Care Unit

September 2010

Multifactor Clinical Score and Outcome of Mechanical Ventilation Weaning Trials: Burns Wean Assessment Program
Perceived Support Among Families Deciding About Organ Donation for Their Loved Ones: Donor Vs Nondonor Next Of Kin
Signs and Symptoms of Heart Failure: Are You Asking the Right Questions?

July 2010

Differences in Level of Care at the End of Life According to Race