Publications by authors named "Michael Crosser"
Acute respiratory failure in cystic fibrosis carries a high risk of mortality. The optimal mode of mechanical ventilation (MV) in this population is not well established. In this case series, we identified patients with cystic fibrosis who were ventilated with high-frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV) at our institution and describe their characteristics and outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTo determine the thermal noise limit of graphene biotransistors, we have measured the complex impedance between the basal plane of single-layer graphene and an aqueous electrolyte. The impedance is dominated by an imaginary component but has a finite real component. Invoking the fluctuation-dissipation theorem, we determine the power spectral density of thermally driven voltage fluctuations at the graphene/electrolyte interface.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNetwork of spaces and interaction-related behaviors in adult intensive care units.
Behav Sci (Basel)
December 2014
Article Synopsis
- The study examines how visibility and accessibility influence interactions among users in different adult ICUs, using spatial network measures known as "space syntax."
- The researchers observed distinct interaction behaviors among nurses and physicians, noting preferences for certain spaces based on their activities—like sitting or walking—in relation to environmental awareness and access.
- Overall, the findings suggest that consistent behavioral patterns emerge from structural similarities in the spatial layouts of the ICUs, regardless of their specific functions or designs.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to create assessment tools for evaluating the design of work areas for nurses and physicians in ICUs, using separate questionnaires tailored to each profession.
- The final questionnaires, developed from literature-based constructs and expert reviews, were administered to a sample of 55 nurses and 29 physicians across 4 ICUs, and showed good reliability and validity through statistical analyses.
- Findings revealed significant differences between ICUs, highlighting the importance of assessing work area design in relation to staff satisfaction and time management, especially given the increasing relevance of these topics in healthcare settings.