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Management of Right Ventricular Failure in the Critically Ill
This review will outline the management of right ventricular failure in the critically ill. -
Neurologists Add Nuance to Palliative Care Definition
Position paper authors underscore the importance of care goals discussions with patients and families throughout the disease course, not just at end of life.
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Treatment Indication for Diabetes Drug Expanded to Include Heart Failure
FDA approves empagliflozin to help lower risk of hospitalization, death among heart failure patients.
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Patients’ Goals During Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Stays
After a long-term acute care hospital stay, most patients will achieve goals of ventilator liberation, eating, drinking, and speaking, but many will not achieve independence in walking, grooming, toileting, or returning home.
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More U.S. Trauma Centers Offering Screening, Intervention Programs
Integrated mental health approach includes addressing PTSD, alcohol, opioids, firearms, and suicidal ideation.
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‘Bridging’ Solution Shows Promise for Stroke Patients
A combination of administering drugs plus a minor procedure was connected to higher survival rates, better quality of life.
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Survey Shows How Leaders Can Improve Obstetric Emergency Training, Education
Opportunities exist to enhance knowledge on health conditions that affect pregnant and postpartum patients.
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Midline Catheters May Be a Safer Option than Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters
Whenever possible, use of midline catheters over peripherally inserted central catheters could be safer for patients.
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Patients’ Goals During Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Stays
After a long-term acute care hospital stay, most patients will achieve goals of ventilator liberation, eating, drinking, and speaking, but many will not achieve independence in walking, grooming, toileting, or returning home.
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Enteral Nutrition During Prone Positioning in Critically Ill Patients
The author reviews the use of enteral nutrition in critically ill patients during prone positioning.