History of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a wound treatment method that has been used for over 20 years. The history of NPWT is a story of innovation and advancements in technology, as well as a better understanding of the healing process. The origins of NPWT can be traced back […]
Pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, are prevalent in healthcare settings. These injuries occur due to prolonged pressure on specific body areas, damaging the skin and underlying tissues. These injuries not only cause substantial patient suffering but also result in increased healthcare costs, prolonged hospital stays, and a significant burden on healthcare […]
Gallbladder disease is a relatively common condition, affecting about 20.5 million people in the U.S. Cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder, is a standard procedure performed worldwide, with over 700,000 surgeries each year. Despite the surgery being recognized as safe and effective, but it is crucial to understand its potential side effects, including fecal […]
Nearly one-third of adults in the United States are clinically obese, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and more than 42 percent of Americans are overweight. Many people go to great lengths to achieve a healthy body weight, with more than 250,000 people undergoing bariatric surgery each year. Physicians perform bariatric surgery to […]
ICU nurses have exceptionally challenging jobs. Performing lifesaving care is exhausting, both physically and mentally, and is extremely time-consuming. Providing basic care also takes time, energy, and mental acuity. The intense nature of nursing, especially in the ICU, leads to nurse exhaustion and burnout. Nurse burnout is a serious issue for hospitals, ICU nurses, and […]
Over-inflating balloon catheters is common, but is it a safe for patients? Fecal incontinence can make a hospital stay complicated. Left in contact with skin, stool can hamper skin integrity, cause incontinence-associated dermatitis, contribute to pressure ulcers, and even lead to dangerous hospital-associated infections (HAIs). Stool may also interfere with the healing process of surgical […]
Fecal incontinence and its complications can be serious issues, especially for acutely or critically ill patients. Left unattended, stool leakage can cause serious skin irritation that may lead to reduced skin integrity, pressure ulcers, and dangerous hospital-associated infections (HAIs). Leakage of stool may also interfere with the healing process of wounds, incontinence-associated dermatitis or injuries. […]
ICU nurses carry out many critical tasks throughout the course of a shift. In fact, a recent study shows that nurses typically perform about 125 activities each hour, and switch tasks approximately every 29 seconds. In the ICU, many nursing procedures are life-saving in nature. Other nursing interventions are not as critical to saving a […]
ICU patients often suffer from compromised immune systems due to their underlying medical conditions, invasive procedures, and the use of immunosuppressive medications. This weakened defense system leaves them highly susceptible to infections, which can significantly impact their recovery and overall health. Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also known as healthcare-associated infections, are quite common in in ICU […]
The anal sphincters constitute a set of 2 muscles that form a ring around the anus and are crucial in maintaining continence mechanism in the body. The anal sphincter is a complex muscular structure that comprises two main components: the inner, involuntary (smooth) muscle called the internal anal sphincter and the outer, voluntary (striated) muscle […]
Managing fecal incontinence is challenging for patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) and the healthcare staff who care for them. Traditional fecal management solutions involve the use of absorbent pads and intrarectal balloon catheters. While these methods help to manage fecal effluents, these are associated with various clinical complications. ICU Patients are at Special […]
Fecal incontinence is a challenge for both patients and the nurses who care for them, especially in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Prolonged or repeated exposure to feces can lead to complications, such as reduced skin integrity, pressure injuries, and hospital-associated infections (HAIs). Leakage of stool may also interfere with wound healing, incontinence-associated dermatitis, or […]
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