Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Model
Abstract Pediatric cardiac critical care medicine plays a central role in the care of patients with complex congenital and acquired heart disease. Over the last two decades, specialized cardiac intensive…
Advanced Nursing Practice in Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care
Abstract Nurses play a critical role in the life of the child with congenital heart disease (CHD) and their families. This chapter describes the advanced skills and knowledge needed by…
How to Interpret and Use Outcome Data
Abstract: The results of the treatment of congenital heart disease are influenced by numerous factors, including the structure of the treatment center, the processes in place to administer treatment, and…
Selection, Training, and Mentoring
Abstract Over the last two decades, there have been tremendous medical and surgical advancements in the care provided to children with congenital and acquired heart disease. Technologic improvements in extracorporeal…
Optimizing Care Delivery: Quality and Performance Improvement
Abstract Rapidly rising health care costs and increased focus on patient outcomes and safety have ensured that “business as usual” is no longer acceptable or sustainable. Achieving the highest quality…
Whole Brain Leadership for Creating Resonant Multidisciplinary Teams
Abstract This chapter describes styles for multidisciplinary team leadership that can be learned and practiced. Information is presented using a unique term of whole brain leadership that integrates both the…
