The Experiences of Family Members of Ventilated COVID-19 Patients in the Intensive Care Unit: A Qualitative Study.

Chiahui Chen Elaine Wittenberg Suzanne S Sullivan Rebecca A LorenzYu-Ping Chang

Published in: The American journal of hospice & palliative care (2021)

The stress and uncertainty of family members of critically ill patients with COVID-19 were influenced by their inability to feel connected to the patient and informed about care. Healthcare providers should assess each individual family's burden and preferences, and this should include establishing structured, timely, and consistent communication regarding patient care during the pandemic including early referral to palliative care.

Keyphrases

palliative care
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advanced cancer
coronavirus disease
intensive care unit
case report
primary care
acute respiratory distress syndrome
mental health
risk factors
decision making
stress induced
health information
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation