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

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

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