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Abstract 4114994: Nursing Management Practice Variations related to Externalized Ventricular and Lumbar Drains

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4114994-A4114994, November 12, 2024. These gaps may undermine patient safety.Research Question:What are the nursing practices and perspectives regarding management of EVDs and LDs?Methods/Approach:A reported roles as Neuroscience ICU nurses, and 39.2%

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Abstract Sa404: Implementation of a Nurse-Centric Resuscitation Institute and the Impact on Quality Metrics

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ASa404-ASa404, November 12, 2024. The AHS’s Nursing Professional Development (NPD) department identified inaccuracies in data collection and minimal educational resources for improvement.Hypothesis:Would a nurse-centric Resuscitation Institute impact quality survivability metrics at an AHS?Goals:The

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Abstract 4117856: Effects of a Nurse-led Common-sense Model of Self-regulation-Based Heart Failure Self-care Program on Patient Outcomes: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4117856-A4117856, November 12, 2024. Participants in the intervention group received a 6-week nurse-led CSM of Self-Regulation-based self-care program and usual care. Control group participants only received the usual care.

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Abstract TP53: Above Par on the Back Nine: Improving Triage of Posterior Circulation Stroke

Stroke Journal

Background and Purpose:Notoriously difficult to recognize, posterior circulation strokes (PCS) can be some of the most devastating. It is incumbent on the triage nurse to recognize these signs and symptoms. A PSC with tele-stroke coverage and ongoing education improved identification of posterior circulation strokes and outcomes.

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AHA Paper Addresses Disparities in Cardiovascular Health of Asian Americans

DAIC

tim.hodson Tue, 09/17/2024 - 12:34 Sept.

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Periprocedural Management and Multidisciplinary Care Pathways for Patients With Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Circulation, Ahead of Print. Expert contributions from anesthesiologists, cardiac electrophysiologists, and cardiac nurses are consolidated to appraise current evidence, offer patient and health system management strategies, and highlight key areas for future research.

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Bizarre (Hyperacute??) T-waves

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Thanks to one our great HCMC nurses, Ryan Burch. Incredibly , this case was just published in Circulation on January 22, 2018 (thanks to Brooks Walsh for finding this!) link] Circulation. Originally published January 22, 2018 Here is a case from Circulation year 2000 that was misdiagnosed as due to pancreatitis.

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