Critical care nursing: Expanding beyond critical care

Clinical Competence among MSc Students of Critical Care Nursing

Introduction: Assessment of clinical competence is of great importance in nursing which identifies the scientific gap between university education and clinical needs among graduate nurses. Hence, the aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical competence among MSc students of critical care nursing. Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 250 MSc students of critical care nursing...

Challenges of postgraduate critical care nursing program in Iran

Background: The main philosophy of postgraduate preparation for working in critical care units is to ensure the safety and quality of patients’ care. Increasing the complexity of technology, decision-making challenges and the high demand for advanced communication skills necessitate the need to educate learners. Within this aim, a master’s degree in critical care nursing has been ...

Critical Care Nursing of Infants and Children

Perspectives on critical care nursing: South Africa

v The first critical care units in South Africa were established in the early 1960s. v Critical care nursing education is provided on two levels: as a post-registration diploma and as a post-graduate (Masters) degree. v South African critical care nurses are independent, accountable practitioners who function within a professional ethical framework. v Currently there is an acute shortage of cri...

Disaster nursing. New frontiers for critical care.

Susan Briggs is an attending general and trauma surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She is also the commanding officer for IMSURT East. A disaster is a catastrophic event that often leads to great destruction and loss. Logue defines a disaster as an event that causes excessive morbidity and mortality. Extensive damage to property, roadways, electrical lines, and other crucial i...