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The usability of bedside ultrasound in nursing practice for critically ill patients
Eduarda Cristina Galon1, Denis Fernandes da Silva Ribeiro1, Marielli Terassi1
1Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas. Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
Objective:
To describe the usability of bedside ultrasound (POCUS) as perceived by nurses working in emergency, urgent care, and intensive care units.
Methods:
We conducted an exploratory study using a mixed-methods approach with nurses in the critical care sectors of a university hospital in Paraná, Brazil. Data collection involved mixed questionnaires and semi structured interviews. We analyzed the data through descriptive statistics and thematic content analysis.
Results:
Nurses utilized POCUS for procedures such as venous and arterial punctures, bladder assessments and procedures, cardiovascular assessments, and gastrointestinal evaluations and procedures. Perceptions of usability were organized into thematic categories: Qualification for POCUS certification, Impact of the tool on nursing practice, and Use of the equipment in daily activities.
Conclusions:
POCUS was regarded as a significant tool for nursing care, enhancing interventions, clinical decision-making, and professional autonomy.
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