Paroxysmal Sympathetic Hyperactivity After Acquired Brain Injury: An Integrative Literature Review

Author(s): WhaSook Seo, PhD, RN

Contact Hours 1.00

CERP A 1.00

Expires Feb 01, 2026

Topics: Neurology

Population: Adult, Pediatric

Role: Staff

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Member: Free
NonMember: $10.00

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Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

Paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) may occur in patients with acute brain injury and is associated with physical disability, poor clinical outcomes, prolonged hospitalization, and higher health care costs. This article discusses an integrative review about PSH. Critical care nurses should be aware of the signs and symptoms of paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity in patients with acute brain injury. Early identification is important to ensure timely treatment for patients with PSH.

Objectives

  • Review current literature on paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) to understand its clinical significance.
  • Provide integrative review about PSH by broadening search terms and the number of databases used.
  • Discuss key themes about nursing perspectives on PSH.

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Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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