A new study authored by a College of Nursing professor reveals that more than half of mechanically ventilated, or respirated, patients in intensive care units (ICU) could benefit from assistive-communication tools.

Improving communication to improve patient care in intensive care units: New evidence-based online learning modules include communications strategies and tools for helping critically ill patients who cannot speak

Clinical trial shows benefits of non-medication strategy to address potential side effects

A new national survey of more than 1,000 registered nurses suggests that serious barriers, including resistance from nursing leaders, prevent nurses from implementing evidence-based practices (EBP) that improve patient outcomes.

When survey respondents ranked these barriers, the top five included resistance from nursing leaders and nurse managers - a finding that hasn’t been reported in previous similar studies - as well as politics and organizational cultures that avoid change.