A Quality Improvement Project to Support Post-Intensive Care Unit Patients with COVID-19: Structured Telephone Support.

Sabine A J J Op 't HoogAnne M EskesJos A H van OersJosé L BoerrigterMeike W J C Prins-SmuldersMargo OomenJohannes G van der HoevenHester VermeulenLilian C M Vloet

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

The implementation of the STS tool gave insight in the impairments of post-ICU patients. Surprisingly, family caregivers expressed fewer impairments. Giving support early after hospital discharge in a structured way may contribute to providing guidance in the individual care plans and treatment of the early symptoms of PICS (-F).

Keyphrases

intensive care unit
quality improvement
end stage renal disease
healthcare
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
mechanical ventilation
primary care
palliative care
peritoneal dialysis
patient reported outcomes
sleep quality
combination therapy