Radius of curvature of the anterior lens surface. Correlations in normal eyes and in eyes involved with primary angle-closure glaucoma.
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The purpose of this study was to determine content validity and reliability of the Consciousness Sedation Scale (CSS), an instrument developed as a documentation tool for patient response during invasive procedures using intravenous conscious sedation. Instrument items were developed to reflect goals of conscious sedation recommended by the Association of Operating Room Nurses. Content validity of the parameters and grades was established at Content Validity Index (CVI) .875. Cronbach's coefficient alpha of .69 indicated insufficient reliability of discriminatory items between grades. Further refinement of the tool was indicated.
Assessment and documentation of patient responses to treatment and/or invasive procedures are important facets of nursing care. The purpose of this article is to describe a tool for assessing and quantifying a patient's response to sedation and tolerance of a specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedure. Use of the conscious sedation scale will allow the nurse to objectively measure the patient's outcome. This tool will also facilitate better patient care and documentation and substantiate nursing intervention.