Nurse-led, multicomponent models of family care in adult intensive care units
The implementation of a noise reduction bundle in the intensive care unit: A qualitative process evaluation
To explore factors that influenced the application of a noise reduction bundle in daily practice as experienced by healthcare professionals.
Exploring the factors affecting ICU nurse retention during and post-COVID-19: A qualitative descriptive interview study
ICUs have been shown to experience high staff turnover rates, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Shortages in nurse staffing have been linked to worse patient outcomes. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors most likely to promote nurse retention in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Refining the understanding of ICU Nurses' attitudes toward family involvement: Key methodological, conceptual, contextual, and statistical considerations - Letter on Verkaik et al
Retention and morale in the ICU: interprofessional team members' perspectives on interprofessional staffing in adult ICUs
To explore how interprofessional team staffing-comprised of registered nurses, physicians, and respiratory therapists-is perceived to impact team members and patient care in the ICU.
"Who are they? What does that mean for care?": An exploratory descriptive study of clinicians' experiences of caring for patients and family members from culturally diverse backgrounds
Cultural diversity is a broad term used to encompass ethnic and racial diversity, multiculturalism, diverse languages, religions, practices, beliefs and identities of people. In ICU, people who are culturally diverse are at increased risk of marginalisation, sub-optimal care, higher morbidity and mortality. Ethnocultural biases and stereotypical assumptions can negatively influence ICU care.
Beds we make, futures we shape: A life cycle and cost analysis of reusable and disposable linen in the ICU
The aim of this study was to quantify and compare the environmental impact and cost associated with transitioning from disposable under pads (blueys) and bed protectors (pinkies) to reusable linen products in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Association between 1-h bundle and clinical outcomes in patients with sepsis: Treatment effect is greater for sicker patients! - Letter on Hong et al
Effectiveness of intermittent pneumatic compression cushion in preventing sacrococcygeal intraoperative acquired pressure injuries during cardiac surgery: a randomized controlled trial
Intraoperative Acquired Pressure Injury (IAPI) is a common complications in cardiac surgery, with reported incidence rates of 14.3-30%. Conventional pressure redistribution methods have limited effectiveness during lengthy procedures. This study evaluated the efficacy of intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) cushions in preventing sacrococcygeal IAPI in cardiac surgery patients and developed a predictive nomogram for risk assessment.
Optimising alarm models without losing clinical relevance: Letter on Fang et al
Endocrine challenges in chronic heart failure: Focus on left ventricular assist device
Title language, culture and communication vulnerability - Response to Bloomer et al
Body mass index and mortality: The "Obesity Paradox" in critically ill patients with intra-abdominal infection or sepsis - An international cohort study
To assess the relationship between body mass index (BMI, i.e., kg/m) and mortality in ICU patients with intra-abdominal infection or sepsis.
Patients need undisturbed sleep to heal: fight noise with noise?
Effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction on ICU nurses' resilience and well-being
This study investigated the effects of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on the resilience and well-being of intensive care unit (ICU) nurses.
Strengthening the parental role: parents' experiences of family presence during invasive procedures in pediatric and neonatal intensive care units
The presence of family members during invasive procedures in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units is limited, despite its emotional benefits. Exploring parents' experiences in these contexts can help us move toward more family-centered models of care.
Humanising paediatric care in the PICU: current strategies and emerging insights
Endotracheal suctioning: moving from standard to individualised procedure in mechanically ventilated patients - Response to Ji and Zhang
Dehumanization in healthcare: is artificial intelligence a threat or a salvation?
