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Neurology Alert - Full March 2014 Issue in PDF
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Prognosis of First-Degree AV Block
Although long believed to be benign, first-degree AV block has recently been shown to be associated with atrial fibrillation development, pacemaker need, and all-cause mortality. -
Are Implanted Defibrillator Therapies Deactivated at End of Life?
This study aimed to determine the incidence of appropriate shocks, inappropriate shocks, and device malfunction prior to death in patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs). -
Primary Care Reports - Full April 2014 Issue in PDF
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What Makes an ICU Consultation ‘High Quality’?
From interviews, seven key factors were identified that characterized a high-quality consultation. -
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. -
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. -
Critical Care Alert - Full April 2014 Issue in PDF
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Quality of Critical Care Work Environment Linked to Fewer Health Care-Associated Infections
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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.