Critical Care Alert – April 1, 2014
April 1, 2014
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Therapeutic Hypothermia: How Cold Is Cold Enough?
This large clinical trial of targeted body temperature 33°C vs 36°C following cardiac arrest showed no differences in survival or neurological outcome in the two temperature groups. -
Can Occurrence of Delirium be Predicted by Elevated Proinflammatory Cytokines?
This observational study of 224 ICU patients who had serial measurements of C-reactive protein found an association between elevated initial levels and development of delirium. -
What Makes an ICU Consultation ‘High Quality’?
From interviews, seven key factors were identified that characterized a high-quality consultation. -
Strategies for Implementing an ICU Early Mobility Program: Lessons From Leaders in the Field
Leaders in progressive mobility programs for ICU patients offer their lessons learned and strategies to overcome barriers to help establish these programs on any ICU, including an interdisciplinary team with staff champions to maintain these important programs. -
Quality of Critical Care Work Environment Linked to Fewer Health Care-Associated Infections