{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Intra-abdominal Hypertension and the Open Abdomen: Nursing Guidelines From the Abdominal Compartment Society.
{Author}: Lee RK;Gallagher JJ;Ejike JC;Hunt L;
{Journal}: Crit Care Nurse
{Volume}: 40
{Issue}: 1
{Year}: Feb 2020 1
{Factor}: 2.192
{DOI}: 10.4037/ccn2020772
{Abstract}: Intra-abdominal hypertension has been identified as an independent risk factor for death in critically ill patients. Known risk factors for intra-abdominal hypertension indicate that intra-abdominal pressures should be measured and monitored. The Abdominal Compartment Society has identified medical and surgical interventions to relieve intra-abdominal hypertension or to manage the open abdomen if abdominal compartment syndrome occurs. The purpose of this article is to describe assessments and interventions for managing intra-abdominal hypertension and open abdomen that are within the scope of practice for direct-care nurses. These guidelines provide direction to critical care nurses caring for these patients.