Master Degree of Medical Surgical Nursing, King Saud Medical City, Saudi Arabia
Review Article
Nursing Role for Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) Monitoring in Critical Care of Adult Patients: Scoping Review
Author(s): Amnah Mohammed Howthan*
Background: Monitoring Intra-abdominal Pressure (IAP) was crucial for managing critically ill patients since high IAP could result in serious consequences such as Intra-abdominal Hypertension (IAH) and Abdominal Compartment Syndrome (ACS). Despite its importance, critical care nurses have significant gaps in their knowledge and practices surrounding IAP monitoring.
Aim: This scoping review aimed to evaluate the state of IAP monitoring in critical care settings, focusing on the role of critical care nurses and identifying the challenges they faced in recognizing and managing IAH and ACS.
Methods: A systematic search of the literature was undertaken using databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar, adhering to the PRISMA criteria to guarantee a robust review process. Studies were chosen based on their relevance to c.. View More»
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