Monitoring respiratory rate in adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 206-211
Author(s):  
Barry Hill ◽  
Sarah H. Annesley
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Respiratory Rate ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Clinical Skill ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Respiration Rates ◽  
Essential Aspect

Barry Hill and Sarah H Annesley discuss the importance of monitoring respiratory rate and why it is a crucial clinical skill This article will introduce Respiratory Rate and the role of adequate respiration, as well as explore respiratory rate monitoring as an essential aspect of nursing care. It will also give rationale to the importance of respiratory rate monitoring as a clinical skill and introduce normal and abnormal respiration rates and patterns. Furthermore, it will provide a ‘how to’ guide on respiratory rate monitoring and use contemporary evidence-based literature to underpin respiratory rate monitoring for clinical practice.

scholarly journals The role of smartphone applications in clinical practice: a review

2020 ◽  
Vol 134 (2) ◽  
pp. 96-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
J Wallace ◽  
R Kanegaonkar
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Health Professional ◽  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Smartphone Applications ◽  
Search Terms ◽  
Mobile Phone Applications ◽  
Intended Use ◽  
Allied Health Professional

AbstractObjectiveThe number of medical mobile phone applications continues to grow. Although otorhinolaryngology-specific applications represent a small proportion, there are exciting innovations emerging for the specialty. This article will assess the number of applications available and review how they may be used in clinical practice.MethodThe application stores of the two most popular mobile phone platforms, Apple and android, were searched using multiple search terms.ResultsA total of 107 ENT applications were identified and categorised according to intended use. Eight applications were reviewed in more detail and assessed on whether a doctor or allied health professional was involved in their design and if they were evidence-based.ConclusionThere are a number of ENT-specific smartphone applications currently available. As the technology progresses, their scope has extended beyond being purely for reference. Nevertheless, it remains difficult to assess the validity and security of these applications.

scholarly journals The role of chemotherapy in the management of newly diagnosed brain metastases: a systematic review and evidence-based clinical practice guideline

2009 ◽  
Vol 96 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minesh P. Mehta ◽  
Nina A. Paleologos ◽  
Tom Mikkelsen ◽  
Paula D. Robinson ◽  
Mario Ammirati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Brain Metastases ◽  
Clinical Practice Guideline ◽  
Practice Guideline ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Newly Diagnosed

Nutrition

2021 ◽  
pp. 279-310
Author(s):  
Jennie Burch ◽  
Brigitte Collins
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Health It ◽  
Common Food ◽  
Essential Aspect

The nutrition chapter explains how nutrition is an essential aspect of gastrointestinal nursing care, exploring what foods are needed for health. It is important that the nurse understands the constituents of food, such as carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. It is also necessary for the nurse to have an overview of common food intolerances and allergies. There is a brief discussion on some of the dietary conditions that can occur such as undernutrition, obesity, anorexia, or bulimia. The influence of the diet on health is also explored as this is an area in which the nurse can provide advice and support to patients. There is also discussion on functional foods, such as probiotics and prebiotics. Succinct exploration related to nutrition can be reviewed by the nurse as necessary within clinical practice.

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