[Practical nursing guide in the critical patient].

Area of Science:

• Critical Care Nursing
• Medical Education
• Healthcare Technology

Background:

• Newly integrated nursing staff in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) often face anxiety and fear stemming from unfamiliarity with advanced techniques, organizational structures, and patient conditions.
• This knowledge gap can impede their ability to provide optimal patient care and affect their professional confidence.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify specific intensive care aspects that present the greatest challenges for newly incorporated ICU professionals.
• To develop and disseminate a practical nursing guide tailored to the daily needs and common situations encountered by these professionals.
• To equip nursing students with essential knowledge of basic ICU procedures before their clinical practice, enhancing their learning experience.

Main Methods:

• A survey was conducted among recent nursing graduates working in the ICU during the summer to pinpoint the most difficult techniques and procedures.
• A comprehensive <> was created in both physical and digital formats.

Main Results:

• Respiratory care, Swan-Ganz catheter management, defibrillation, cardiac arrhythmia recognition, and temporal pacemaker insertion were identified as the most challenging areas.
• A significant majority (92%) of participants expressed willingness to repeat their ICU practicum, with 33% highlighting teamwork as a preferred aspect of their experience.

Conclusions:

• The technological demands of the ICU present significant hurdles for new nursing staff.
• The developed guide serves as a valuable resource for both new professionals and students, fostering better integration and communication between academic institutions and healthcare facilities.
• Leveraging the internet for disseminating nursing work offers substantial benefits and should be integrated as a standard practice.