A mixed-method study to develop and evaluate a structured therapeutic communication module on psychological distress and perceived needs among caregivers of critically ill patients in Critical Care Units.

Pastin Pushpa Rani PeterSmriti SmritiRiddhima DhangarReetika HasijaRekha ChoudharyRiya DhullSachin ChoudharySakshi YadavSapna Malik KajlaShayna SahotraSonam YangchenGaurav JainRakesh Sharma

Published in: Archives of psychiatric nursing (2024)

Nurses need to be sensitive to the unexpressed needs of caregivers of critically ill patients. The structured therapeutic communication modules can be integrated into routine nursing care practice to ensure family-centered care.

Keyphrases

palliative care
healthcare
mental health
quality improvement
primary care
physical activity
depressive symptoms
social support
pain management
sleep quality
network analysis