Learn about the BEST-ICU study at UNMC College of Nursing, advancing ICU care through evidence-based research to improve patient outcomes.

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2024年7月3日 · Researchers in the BEST-ICU study, an NIH Collaboratory Trial, are aiming to develop pragmatic and sustainable strategies to increase the delivery of evidence-based practices that lead to improved care for critically ill adults, particularly for health systems serving populations with known health disparities.

2024年6月6日 · BEST-ICU, an NIH Collaboratory Trial, is a pragmatic trial that aims to develop pragmatic and sustainable strategies to increase the delivery of evidence-based practices that lead to improved care for critically ill adults across a variety of healthcare systems, particularly those serving populations with known health disparities.

2018年5月10日 · Newcomers to the ICU are often overwhelmed by the sheer volume of unique situations encountered among critically ill patients. Over time, they develop a basic approach and knee-jerk response to most of them — and with even more time, they acquire a more flexible and evidence-based understanding of each situation.

2024年10月23日 · The Specialty Excellence Awards for Critical Care recognize hospitals that deliver "superior patient outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis and diabetic ...

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BEST-ICU is evaluating 2 strategies grounded in behavioral economics theory and implementation science to increase ABCDEF bundle adoption in the intensive care unit and improve care for critically ill adults across a variety of healthcare systems, particularly those serving populations with known health disparities.

2024年10月19日 · Benefits of ICU Care. ICU care offers numerous benefits to patients, including: Close monitoring and timely interventions: ICU care allows for continuous monitoring of patients' vital signs and timely interventions to prevent complications and improve outcomes.; Specialized care and expertise: ICUs are staffed by highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals, including intensivists ...

2025年3月18日 · Benefits of Cardiac ICU. The benefits of Cardiac ICU care are numerous, including: Improved patient outcomes: Cardiac ICU care has been shown to improve patient outcomes, including reduced mortality rates and improved quality of life.; Enhanced patient safety: Cardiac ICUs have a range of safety features, including continuous monitoring and alarm systems, to minimize the risk of adverse events.