Infection in ICU patients treated in the intensive care unit based on nursing and medical measures
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https://doi.org/10.17058/reci.v15i2.19999Keywords:
Infection. Delivery of Health Care. Treatment Staff. Nurses. Intensive Care Units.Abstract
Background and Objectives: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, stress, chronic fatigue, and bloating. This study investigates the prevalence of infection in patients treated in the intensive care unit (ICU), focusing on nursing and medical measures. Methods: The present study conducted a systematic review of 40 articles published between 2012 and 2024, utilizing keywords such as “ICU,” “Nursing,” “Medical Staff,” “Health Care” and “Hospital Infection” in databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Science Direct, EBSCO, Wiley, Elsevier, Embase, and Google Scholar. Results: The findings indicate that urinary tract infections are the most common, while pneumonia is the deadliest hospital-acquired infection. In some centers, however, nosocomial infections of the circulatory system are the main cause of patient mortality. The meta-analysis revealed a prevalence of infection among ICU patients of 82%. Conclusion: Given the high prevalence of hospital-acquired infections, effective nursing and medical care are essential for reducing these infections.
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