I think one of the fundamental probelms is that our unit is surgeon led, we don't have intensivists only theatre anaesthetists. The newer ones are concerned at times and glad we are trying to develop...
I didn't apply for the band 6 post which now has someone appointed, but I have worked in senior posts previously.I have tried very hard with the vent supremo but he does not wish to discuss things...
I have recently been appointed as trainer for drager ventilators within my cicu. To my surprise and disbelief my managers have told me in no uncertain terms that it is not in my role to teach staff...
Hi. There should be a wealth of info available. You could consider the use of Aricept etc, person centred care (Bradford Uni have alot of info), family support, Admiral nurses, assessment techniques,...
Hi. I have only worked a few shifts in private prisons in the UK for an agency. The facilities were excellent and nurses were well supported.There were never any prisoners in the hospital bays - the...
Hi. I am dualled trained and worked for approx 12 years in mental health before changing direction and returned to adult. I felt passionate about patient care and particularly enjoyed the older client...
Hi Jenze,I work on a cardiac intensive care unit and we have been involved with the productive ward for several months. Currently working on handovers I believe. I am not part of the working group but...
Thanks for feedback. My concern was the possibility of VILI if tidal volumes are high as current research seems to indicate considerable risk. We are advised to use 6-8mls per kg but often see higher...
Hi Everyone. I am from the U.K. and wondered what ventilation modes are used on patients post CABG in your units. Having previously worked in general ICU where pressure modes dominated I am finding it...