Caring for the lesbian, gay, or bisexual patient: issues for critical care nurses

Article Abstract:

Sexual orientation should be irrelevant to critical care nursing, but it is not. From 5% to 10% of patients, visitors and medical staff are lesbian, gay or bisexual and are subject to negative stereotypes. Such relationships are not legally valid, so medical staff often discriminate against such patients and their partners. Nurses are morally obligated to examine their attitudes toward lesbians, gays, and bisexuals. Education and dedication to providing non-discriminatory care are the first steps in combatting prejudice.

Health aspects, Social aspects, Homosexuality, Bisexuality

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Pastoral care in a critical care setting

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The emphasis on technology in critical care can neglect the patient's spiritual needs. The chaplain fills a crucial role as part of the care team, assessing and helping fulfill the patient's need for spiritual support. Chaplains also serve as the main link between the critical care team and family members and friends. Chaplains can address the ethical concerns which arise during critical care.

Practice, Healing, Religious aspects, Critical care medicine, Pastoral medicine, Pastoral care, Chaplains, Hospital, Hospital chaplains

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Recognizing and preventing antibiotic-associated complications in the critical care setting

Article Abstract:

Nurses working in intensive care units (ICUs) can be important links in monitoring complications associated with antibiotic therapy. Potential complications with several families of antibiotic compounds are presented. Possible effects include drug resistance or allergies, interference with other treatments or test results, or toxic effects on various organs, particularly the kidneys.

Analysis, Antibiotics, Complications and side effects

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