Publications by authors named "Cotillo-Fuente M"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to identify the incidence of dependence-related skin lesions (DRSL) in patients placed in the prone position (PP) during invasive mechanical ventilation and the predisposing factors for these lesions.
- Among 49 patients analyzed, 44.9% developed DRSL, with pressure ulcers being the most common type, particularly in patients with longer PP hours and a history of peripheral vascular disease.
- The findings suggest that longer duration in prone position and certain health conditions significantly increase the risk of developing these skin lesions.
Nurse information in Spanish intensive care units: Formal or informal role? Multicentre study.
Enferm Intensiva (Engl Ed)
December 2022
Objectives: To evaluate the brochure provided to relatives on admission to Spanish Intensive Care Units (ICU) regarding nursing information.
Methodology: Descriptive, cross-sectional, multicentre study from September-December 2019. A total of 280 adult ICUs were included, according to the list of the Spanish Society of Intensive Care.
Objectives: Assess the impact of a bundle of interventions to reduce the incidence of moisture-associated skin damage in an intensive care unit.
Methods: Quasi-experimental study with pre-post comparison carried out in a general intensive care unit. The intervention consisted of an online training on skin lesions and implementation of a skin care program.
Objectives: To determine the incidence of moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) in the nappy area, identify predisposing factors and know the preventive measures and nursing records.
Method: Descriptive longitudinal study (June 2014-April 2015) in a general ICU. Patients whose stay >48hours and without skin lesions were included.
Objectives: To identify difficulties for nurses in differentiating between moisture lesions and pressure ulcers, proper classification of pressure ulcers to assess the adequate classification of the Grupo Nacional para el Estudio y Asesoramiento de Úlceras por Presión y Heridas Crónicas (GNEAUPP) and the degree of agreement in the correct assessment by type and category of injury.
Method: Cross-sectional study in a critical area during 2014. All nurses who agreed to participate were included.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to measure changes in muscle mass and body weight in critically ill patients, focusing on various factors affecting these changes.
- Data from 68 patients showed significant muscle wasting in both the biceps and quadriceps during their hospital stay, with length of stay and muscle relaxants being key factors influencing this loss.
- Despite experiencing muscle wasting, patients' overall body weight remained similar at admission and discharge, highlighting the discrepancy between weight and muscle mass in critical illness.
Objectives: To quantify the hours of mechanical ventilation in patients with head of bed elevation≥30°. Determining compliance of cuff measurement every 6h.
Method: Descriptive longitudinal study.
Background And Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of a difference in systolic blood pressure (SBPd) ≥ 10 mmHg between arms in patients admitted in a Critical Care Unit and to examine the clinical characteristics associated with such blood pressure difference.
Methods: Observational cross-sectional study. Two blood pressure measurements in each arm were carried out at unit admission.