Nursing in Critical Care
Scope & Guideline
Championing the evolution of nursing practices in high-stakes environments.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Patient-Centered Care:
Research focusing on the experiences and outcomes of patients in critical care settings, including family-centered approaches and interventions aimed at improving patient comfort and satisfaction. - Innovative Nursing Practices:
Exploration of novel nursing interventions and care models that enhance the effectiveness of critical care, including the implementation of nursing care bundles and the use of technology in patient monitoring. - Evidence-Based Guidelines:
Studies aimed at evaluating adherence to and the effectiveness of evidence-based guidelines in critical care nursing, particularly in managing complex conditions and preventing complications. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
Research addressing the psychological aspects of critical care, including the mental health of both patients and nurses, as well as interventions to support emotional well-being. - Education and Training:
Focus on educational initiatives for critical care nurses, including the development and assessment of training programs, and the exploration of knowledge gaps in nursing practice. - Sustainability and Ethical Practices:
Investigations into the environmental impact of critical care practices, ethical considerations in nursing care, and the role of nurses in promoting sustainability within healthcare. - Collaborative Care Models:
Research highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in critical care settings, examining how teamwork among healthcare professionals can improve patient outcomes.
Trending and Emerging
- Telehealth and Digital Interventions:
With the rise of telehealth, there is a growing body of research focusing on the integration of digital tools in critical care settings, enhancing communication and patient engagement. - Interprofessional Collaboration:
Research emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration among healthcare professionals in critical care has gained momentum, reflecting the complexity of patient care. - Mental Health Support for Healthcare Workers:
There is an increasing focus on the mental health and well-being of critical care staff, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for support systems. - Patient and Family Engagement:
Emerging studies are focusing on strategies to involve patients and families in care decisions, recognizing their role in improving outcomes and satisfaction. - Sustainability in Healthcare Practices:
As environmental concerns grow, research into sustainable practices within critical care nursing is trending, addressing the ecological impact of healthcare. - Cultural Competence and Diversity in Care:
There is a rising interest in research that explores cultural competence in nursing practice, particularly in relation to diverse patient populations and their unique needs. - Holistic and Integrative Approaches to Care:
Research embracing holistic care models, including the use of complementary therapies and psychosocial support, is increasingly prevalent, reflecting a shift towards comprehensive patient care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Hierarchical Models of Care:
Research exploring rigid hierarchical structures in critical care nursing has decreased, indicating a movement towards more collaborative and egalitarian models of care. - Focus on Physical Restraint Practices:
There has been a noticeable decline in studies solely dedicated to the use of physical restraints, possibly reflecting a broader shift towards less restrictive practices and a focus on patient autonomy. - Single-Dimensional Approaches to Delirium Management:
There is a waning interest in studies that address delirium management through isolated interventions, as more integrated, multifaceted approaches gain traction. - Generalized Nurse Burnout Studies:
Research that broadly addresses nurse burnout without specific contextualization to critical care settings has become less prevalent, as more targeted studies focusing on specific stressors and coping mechanisms are favored. - Overemphasis on Technical Skills Training:
There is a diminishing focus on training that prioritizes technical skills over holistic care approaches, as the importance of emotional intelligence and patient engagement becomes more recognized.
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