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Chichra A, Tickoo M, Honiden S. Managing the Chronically Ventilated Critically Ill Population. J Intensive Care Med 2024; 39:703-714. [PMID: 37787184 DOI: 10.1177/08850666231203601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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Advances in intensive care over the past few decades have significantly improved the chances of survival for patients with acute critical illness. However, this progress has also led to a growing population of patients who are dependent on intensive care therapies, including prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV), after the initial acute period of critical illness. These patients are referred to as the "chronically critically ill" (CCI). CCI is a syndrome characterized by prolonged mechanical ventilation, myoneuropathies, neuroendocrine disorders, nutritional deficiencies, cognitive and psychiatric issues, and increased susceptibility to infections. It is associated with high morbidity and mortality as well as a significant increase in healthcare costs. In this article, we will review disease burden, outcomes, psychiatric effects, nutritional and ventilator weaning strategies as well as the role of palliative care for CCI with a specific focus on those requiring PMV.
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- Astha Chichra
- Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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Płaszewska-Żywko L, Fajfer-Gryz I, Cichoń J, Kózka M. Burden, social support, and coping strategies in family caregivers of individuals receiving home mechanical ventilation: a cross-sectional study. BMC Nurs 2024; 23:346. [PMID: 38778402 PMCID: PMC11110424 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-024-02024-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Home mechanical ventilation (HMV) is a treatment method for patients with chronic respiratory failure. HMV is a challenge for both patients and their caregivers. Some studies have shown a higher risk of depression, job loss, or lifestyle disturbance in family members caring for HMV patients. The purpose of the study was to measure caregiver burden, perceived social support, and coping strategies. METHODS In the cross-sectional study, 58 caregivers (65.52% female) of HMV patients treated at five healthcare institutions were surveyed. The questionnaires including patient/caregiver demographic data, the type and duration of MV, the Caregiver Burden Scale (CBS), the Social Support Scale (SSS), and the Brief-COPE questionnaire were applied. For statistical analysis, the Mann‒Whitney U test, the Kruskal‒Wallis H test, Dunn's test, and Spearman correlations were used. RESULTS In the CBS, a high level of burden was observed mainly in the isolation and disappointment subscales. The female caregivers achieved a higher score for general strain than did the male caregivers (p = 0.023). Differences in the distribution of the isolation (p = 0.028) and disappointment (p = 0.03) variables between the financial situation groups were observed. The older the patient, the lower the burden in the domains of isolation (p = 0.015) and disappointment (p = 0.005) was elicited. Invasive MV was associated with greater burdens of general strain (p = 0.005), isolation (p = 0.001), and disappointment (p = 0.001). A medium total SSS score was shown (74.5 ± 7.56). Caregivers used various coping strategies. The most common were planning, acceptance, and active coping. Self-blame and denial were positively related to several CBS subscales, whereas acceptance of difficult situations and positive reframing were related to lower scores. CONCLUSIONS Caregivers most frequently experienced a medium level of burden. Female caregivers were characterized by higher level of burden. Invasive ventilation increased the burden. Respondents who assessed their financial situations as good, had lower burden in the selected subscales. Using some positive coping strategies may reduce the level of burden. Interventions to ensure that caregivers overcome these burdens should be undertaken.
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- Lucyna Płaszewska-Żywko
- Department of Clinical Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University - Medical College, ul. Kopernika 25, Krakow, 31-501, Poland
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- Clinical Department of Angiology, University Hospital in Krakow, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Clinical Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University - Medical College, ul. Kopernika 25, Krakow, 31-501, Poland.
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- Department of Clinical Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Jagiellonian University - Medical College, ul. Kopernika 25, Krakow, 31-501, Poland
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Shirasaki K, Hifumi T, Nakanishi N, Nosaka N, Miyamoto K, Komachi MH, Haruna J, Inoue S, Otani N. Postintensive care syndrome family: A comprehensive review. Acute Med Surg 2024; 11:e939. [PMID: 38476451 PMCID: PMC10928249 DOI: 10.1002/ams2.939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Families of critically ill patients are predisposed to tremendous burdens when their relatives are admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). Postintensive care syndrome family (PICS-F) can be described as a devastated life, encompassing psychological, physical, and socioeconomical burdens that begin with the emotional impact experienced by the family when the patient is admitted to the ICU. PICS-F was primarily proposed as a clinically significant psychological impairment, but it needs to be extended beyond the psychological impairment of the family to include physical and socioeconomical impairments in the future. The prevalence of physiological problems including depression, anxiety and post-traumatic syndrome is 20-40%, and that of non-physiological problems including fatigue is 15% at 6 months after the ICU stay. Assessment of PICS-F was frequently conducted at 3- or 6-month points, although the beginning of the evaluation was based on different assessment points among each of the studies. Families of ICU patients need to be given and understand accurate information, such as the patient's diagnosis, planned care, and prognosis. Prevention of PICS-F requires a continuous bundle of multifaceted and/or multidisciplinary interventions including providing a family information leaflet, ICU diary, communication facilitators, supportive grief care, and follow-up, for the patient and families from during the ICU stay to after discharge from the ICU. This is the first comprehensive review of PICS-F to address the concept, risk factors, assessment tools, prevalence, and management to prevent PICS-F to facilitate acute care physicians' understanding of PICS-F.
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- Kasumi Shirasaki
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care MedicineSt. Luke's International HospitalTokyoJapan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care MedicineSt. Luke's International HospitalTokyoJapan
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- Division of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery RelatedKobe University Graduate School of MedicineKobeJapan
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- Department of Intensive Care MedicineTokyo Medical and Dental UniversityTokyoJapan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care MedicineWakayama Medical UniversityWakayamaJapan
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Resilience and Mental HealthUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, School of MedicineSapporo Medical UniversityHokkaidoJapan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care MedicineWakayama Medical UniversityWakayamaJapan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care MedicineSt. Luke's International HospitalTokyoJapan
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Howard AF, Crowe S, Choroszewski L, Kovatch J, Kelly M, Haljan G. When chronic critical illness is a family affair: A multi-perspective qualitative study of family involvement in long-term care. Chronic Illn 2023; 19:804-816. [PMID: 36426509 PMCID: PMC10655697 DOI: 10.1177/17423953221141134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Those with chronic critical illness (CCI) remain dependent on life-sustaining treatments and increasingly reside in long-term care facilities equipped to meet their needs. The nature of family involvement in care remains undetermined thwarting approaches to mitigate poor family outcomes. The research objective was to explicate family involvement in the care of an individual with CCI who resides in long-term care. METHODS In this qualitative research, we used thematic analysis and constant comparative techniques to analyze data from interviews with 38 participants: 11 family members, 6 residents with CCI, and 21 healthcare providers. RESULTS Involvement in care entailed family: (1) reorienting their life despite the stress and emotional toll; (2) assuming responsibility for meaningful activities and management of practical matters, yet struggling alone; (3) advocating for care by being present, reminding and pushing, and picking their battles; and (4) figuring out how to contribute to nursing care, but with unclear expectations. DISCUSSION The burden of family caregiving was substantial, contrasting the assumption that family are relieved of their caregiver responsibilities when the patient with CCI is in a care facility. Research to address unmet family needs specific to their roles and responsibilities could potentially improve family outcomes and is warranted.
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- A Fuchsia Howard
- School of Nursing, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Nursing, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Department of Critical Care, Fraser Health Authority, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Critical Care, Fraser Health Authority, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Critical Care, Fraser Health Authority, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Nursing, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Critical Care, Fraser Health Authority, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
- Faculty of Medicine, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Petrinec AB, Wilk C, Hughes JW, Zullo MD, George RL. Self-Care Mental Health App Intervention for Post-Intensive Care Syndrome-Family: A Randomized Pilot Study. Am J Crit Care 2023; 32:440-448. [PMID: 37907376 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2023800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Post-intensive care syndrome-family (PICS-F) is a constellation of adverse psychological symptoms experienced by family members of critically ill patients during and after acute illness. Cognitive behavioral therapy delivered using smartphone technology is a novel approach for PICS-F symptom self-management. OBJECTIVE To determine the efficacy of smartphone delivery of cognitive behavioral therapy in reducing the prevalence and severity of PICS-F symptoms in family members of critically ill patients. METHODS The study had a randomized controlled longitudinal design with control and intervention groups composed of family members of patients admitted to 2 adult intensive care units. The intervention consisted of a mental health app loaded on participants' personal smartphones. The study time points were upon enrollment (within 5 days of intensive care unit admission; time 1), 30 days after enrollment (time 2), and 60 days after enrollment (time 3). Study measures included demographic data, PICS-F symptoms, mental health self-efficacy, health-related quality of life, and app use. RESULTS The study sample consisted of 60 predominantly White (72%) and female (78%) family members (30 intervention, 30 control). Anxiety and depression symptom severity decreased significantly over time in the intervention group but not in the control group. Family members logged in to the app a mean of 11.4 times (range, 1-53 times) and spent a mean of 50.16 minutes (range, 1.87-245.92 minutes) using the app. CONCLUSIONS Delivery of cognitive behavioral therapy to family members of critically ill patients via a smartphone app shows some efficacy in reducing PICS-F symptoms.
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- Amy B Petrinec
- Amy B. Petrinec is an associate professor, College of Nursing, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
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- Cindy Wilk is an associate professor, College of Nursing, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
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- Joel W. Hughes is a professor, Department of Psychological Sciences, Kent State University
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- Melissa D. Zullo is a professor, College of Public Health, Kent State University
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- Richard L. George is a physician, Summa Health System, Akron, Ohio
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Esmaeili M, Dehghan Nayeri N, Bahramnezhad F, Fattah Ghazi S, Asgari P. Effectiveness of a Supportive Program on Caregiver Burden of Families Caring for Patients on Invasive Mechanical Ventilation at Home: An Experimental Study. Creat Nurs 2023; 29:229-237. [PMID: 37800733 DOI: 10.1177/10784535231195507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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The prevalence of patients on mechanical ventilation who are being supported at home is increasing. Due to these patients' complex and chronic conditions, the subjective burden on their family caregivers increases after discharge. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a supportive home care program on the caregiver burden of families caring for patients on invasive mechanical ventilation at home. Sixty patients hospitalized in three university-affiliated hospitals in Tehran, Iran between 7/2020 and 8/2021 were randomly assigned to one of two groups: A supportive home care program, and routine hospital education. The supportive home care program included six educational sessions delivered in the hospital before discharge, and home visits and continued education after discharge. Caregiver burden was measured using the Zarit Burden Interview. Results showed that caregiver burden increased significantly (p ≥ .001) after discharge without the supportive home care program intervention. Follow-up by nurses after discharge is essential to reduce the psychological burden of caring for patients on invasive mechanical ventilation at home.
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- Maryam Esmaeili
- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, Spiritual Health Group, Research Center of Quran, Hadith and Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Fellowship of Critical Care Medicine, Imam Khomeini hospital complex, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Best A, Harvey C, Minton C. Experiences of families of prolonged critical illness survivors that are discharged home: An integrative review of the literature. Nurs Crit Care 2023. [DOI: 10.1111/nicc.12886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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- Amy Best
- School of Nursing Massey University Wellington New Zealand
- Intensive Care Unit Wellington Regional Hospital Wellington New Zealand
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- School of Nursing Massey University Wellington New Zealand
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- School of Nursing Massey University Palmerston North New Zealand
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Pandian V, Hopkins BS, Yang CJ, Ward E, Sperry ED, Khalil O, Gregson P, Bonakdar L, Messer J, Messer S, Chessels G, Bosworth B, Randall DM, Freeman-Sanderson A, McGrath BA, Brenner MJ. Amplifying patient voices amid pandemic: Perspectives on tracheostomy care, communication, and connection. Am J Otolaryngol 2022; 43:103525. [PMID: 35717856 PMCID: PMC9172276 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjoto.2022.103525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate perspectives of patients, family members, caregivers (PFC), and healthcare professionals (HCP) on tracheostomy care during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS The cross-sectional survey investigating barriers and facilitators to tracheostomy care was collaboratively developed by patients, family members, nurses, speech-language pathologists, respiratory care practitioners, physicians, and surgeons. The survey was distributed to the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative's learning community, and responses were analyzed. RESULTS Survey respondents (n = 191) from 17 countries included individuals with a tracheostomy (85 [45 %]), families/caregivers (43 [22 %]), and diverse HCP (63 [33.0 %]). Overall, 94 % of respondents reported concern that patients with tracheostomy were at increased risk of critical illness from SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19; 93 % reported fear or anxiety. With respect to prioritization of care, 38 % of PFC versus 16 % of HCP reported concern that patients with tracheostomies might not be valued or prioritized (p = 0.002). Respondents also differed in fear of contracting COVID-19 (69 % PFC vs. 49 % HCP group, p = 0.009); concern for hospitalization (55.5 % PFC vs. 27 % HCP, p < 0.001); access to medical personnel (34 % PFC vs. 14 % HCP, p = 0.005); and concern about canceled appointments (62 % PFC vs. 41 % HCP, p = 0.01). Respondents from both groups reported severe stress and fatigue, sleep deprivation, lack of breaks, and lack of support (70 % PFC vs. 65 % HCP, p = 0.54). Virtual telecare seldom met perceived needs. CONCLUSION PFC with a tracheostomy perceived most risks more acutely than HCP in this global sample. Broad stakeholder engagement is necessary to achieve creative, patient-driven solutions to maintain connection, communication, and access for patients with a tracheostomy.
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- Vinciya Pandian
- Immersive Learning and Digital Innovation, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, United States of America; Outcomes After Critical Illness and Surgery (OACIS) Research Group, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, United States of America.
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States of America.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Albert Einstein School of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York, NY, United States of America.
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- Global Tracheostomy Collaborative, Raleigh, NC, United States of America; Family Liaison, Multidisciplinary Tracheostomy Team, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, United States of America; MTM-CNM Family Connection, Inc., Methuen, MA, United States of America(1)
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- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, United States of America
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- Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, United States of America.
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- Tracheostomy Review and Management Services, Austin Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
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- Tracheostomy Review and Management Services, Austin Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
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- Austin Health Tracheostomy Patient & Family Forum
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- Austin Health Tracheostomy Patient & Family Forum
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- Austin Health Tracheostomy Patient & Family Forum, Tracheostomy Review and Management Services, Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, Heidelberg Heights, VIC, Australia.
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- Memorial Regional Health System, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States of America.
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- Graduate School of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Critical Care Division, The George Institute for Global Health, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Anaesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine, Manchester University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Wythenshawe, Manchester, United Kingdom; Manchester Academic Critical Care, Division of Infection, Immunity and Respiratory Medicine, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI, United States of America; Global Tracheostomy Collaborative, Raleigh, NC, United States of America.
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Katiyar SK, Gaur SN, Solanki RN, Sarangdhar N, Suri JC, Kumar R, Khilnani GC, Chaudhary D, Singla R, Koul PA, Mahashur AA, Ghoshal AG, Behera D, Christopher DJ, Talwar D, Ganguly D, Paramesh H, Gupta KB, Kumar T M, Motiani PD, Shankar PS, Chawla R, Guleria R, Jindal SK, Luhadia SK, Arora VK, Vijayan VK, Faye A, Jindal A, Murar AK, Jaiswal A, M A, Janmeja AK, Prajapat B, Ravindran C, Bhattacharyya D, D'Souza G, Sehgal IS, Samaria JK, Sarma J, Singh L, Sen MK, Bainara MK, Gupta M, Awad NT, Mishra N, Shah NN, Jain N, Mohapatra PR, Mrigpuri P, Tiwari P, Narasimhan R, Kumar RV, Prasad R, Swarnakar R, Chawla RK, Kumar R, Chakrabarti S, Katiyar S, Mittal S, Spalgais S, Saha S, Kant S, Singh VK, Hadda V, Kumar V, Singh V, Chopra V, B V. Indian Guidelines on Nebulization Therapy. Indian J Tuberc 2022; 69 Suppl 1:S1-S191. [PMID: 36372542 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijtb.2022.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2022] [Revised: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Inhalational therapy, today, happens to be the mainstay of treatment in obstructive airway diseases (OADs), such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and is also in the present, used in a variety of other pulmonary and even non-pulmonary disorders. Hand-held inhalation devices may often be difficult to use, particularly for children, elderly, debilitated or distressed patients. Nebulization therapy emerges as a good option in these cases besides being useful in the home care, emergency room and critical care settings. With so many advancements taking place in nebulizer technology; availability of a plethora of drug formulations for its use, and the widening scope of this therapy; medical practitioners, respiratory therapists, and other health care personnel face the challenge of choosing appropriate inhalation devices and drug formulations, besides their rational application and use in different clinical situations. Adequate maintenance of nebulizer equipment including their disinfection and storage are the other relevant issues requiring guidance. Injudicious and improper use of nebulizers and their poor maintenance can sometimes lead to serious health hazards, nosocomial infections, transmission of infection, and other adverse outcomes. Thus, it is imperative to have a proper national guideline on nebulization practices to bridge the knowledge gaps amongst various health care personnel involved in this practice. It will also serve as an educational and scientific resource for healthcare professionals, as well as promote future research by identifying neglected and ignored areas in this field. Such comprehensive guidelines on this subject have not been available in the country and the only available proper international guidelines were released in 1997 which have not been updated for a noticeably long period of over two decades, though many changes and advancements have taken place in this technology in the recent past. Much of nebulization practices in the present may not be evidence-based and even some of these, the way they are currently used, may be ineffective or even harmful. Recognizing the knowledge deficit and paucity of guidelines on the usage of nebulizers in various settings such as inpatient, out-patient, emergency room, critical care, and domiciliary use in India in a wide variety of indications to standardize nebulization practices and to address many other related issues; National College of Chest Physicians (India), commissioned a National task force consisting of eminent experts in the field of Pulmonary Medicine from different backgrounds and different parts of the country to review the available evidence from the medical literature on the scientific principles and clinical practices of nebulization therapy and to formulate evidence-based guidelines on it. The guideline is based on all possible literature that could be explored with the best available evidence and incorporating expert opinions. To support the guideline with high-quality evidence, a systematic search of the electronic databases was performed to identify the relevant studies, position papers, consensus reports, and recommendations published. Rating of the level of the quality of evidence and the strength of recommendation was done using the GRADE system. Six topics were identified, each given to one group of experts comprising of advisors, chairpersons, convenor and members, and such six groups (A-F) were formed and the consensus recommendations of each group was included as a section in the guidelines (Sections I to VI). The topics included were: A. Introduction, basic principles and technical aspects of nebulization, types of equipment, their choice, use, and maintenance B. Nebulization therapy in obstructive airway diseases C. Nebulization therapy in the intensive care unit D. Use of various drugs (other than bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids) by nebulized route and miscellaneous uses of nebulization therapy E. Domiciliary/Home/Maintenance nebulization therapy; public & health care workers education, and F. Nebulization therapy in COVID-19 pandemic and in patients of other contagious viral respiratory infections (included later considering the crisis created due to COVID-19 pandemic). Various issues in different sections have been discussed in the form of questions, followed by point-wise evidence statements based on the existing knowledge, and recommendations have been formulated.
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- S K Katiyar
- Department of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases, G.S.V.M. Medical College & C.S.J.M. University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
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- Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, Respiratory Medicine, School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, D. Y. Patil School of Medicine, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, National Centre of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology; University of Delhi, Delhi, India
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- PSRI Institute of Pulmonary, Critical Care, & Sleep Medicine, PSRI Hospital, Department of Pulmonary Medicine & Sleep Disorders, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India
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- Department of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases, National Institute of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases (formerly L.R.S. Institute), Delhi, India
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- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- National Allergy Asthma Bronchitis Institute, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Metro Centre for Respiratory Diseases, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Paediatric Pulmonologist & Environmentalist, Lakeside Hospital & Education Trust, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Tuberculosis & Respiratory Medicine, Pt. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences Rohtak, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, One Care Medical Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Diseases, Dr. S. N. Medical College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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- SCEO, KBN Hospital, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India
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- Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, India
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- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Department of Pulmonary Medicine & Sleep Disorders, AIIMS, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Medicine, Geetanjali Medical College and Hospital, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Indian Journal of Tuberculosis, Santosh University, NCR Delhi, National Institute of TB & Respiratory Diseases Delhi, India; JIPMER, Puducherry, India
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- Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, University of Delhi, Delhi, India
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- Centre for Lung and Sleep Disorders, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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- Respiratory Medicine, Cronus Multi-Specialty Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, Medanta Medicity, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Government Medical College, Chandigarh, India
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Yashoda Hospital and Research Centre, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of TB & Chest, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Kerala, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Centre for Research and Treatment of Allergy, Asthma & Bronchitis, Department of Chest Diseases, IMS, BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, Guwahati, Assam, India
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, SRMS Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, ESIC Medical College, NIT Faridabad, Haryana, India; Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, R.N.T. Medical College, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Sanjay Gandhi PostGraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, M.K.C.G. Medical College, Berhampur, Orissa, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Chest Diseases Hospital, Government Medical College, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, PSRI, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine & Critical Care, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, Delhi, India
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- School of Excellence in Pulmonary Medicine, NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of EBUS and Bronchial Thermoplasty Services at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, MediCiti Medical College, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi and U.P. Rural Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Safai, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Respiratory, Critical Care, Sleep Medicine and Interventional Pulmonology, Getwell Hospital & Research Institute, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of, Respiratory Medicine, Critical Care, Sleep & Interventional Pulmonology, Saroj Super Speciality Hospital, Jaipur Golden Hospital, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Hospital, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, Delhi, India
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- Department of Respiratory (Pulmonary) Medicine, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Centre for Visceral Mechanisms, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pulmonary Medicine & Sleep Disorders, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Mahavir Jaipuria Rajasthan Hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Chest & Tuberculosis, Government Medical College, Patiala, Punjab, India
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- Interventional Pulmonology, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Chu YR, Liu CJ, Chu CC, Kung PT, Chou WY, Tsai WC. Stress on caregivers providing prolonged mechanical ventilation patient care in different facilities: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0268884. [PMID: 35613142 PMCID: PMC9132287 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0268884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Purpose Taiwan has implemented an integrated prospective payment program (IPP) for prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV) patients that consists of four stages of care: intensive care unit (ICU), respiratory care center (RCC), respiratory care ward (RCW), and respiratory home care (RHC). We aimed to investigate the life impact on family caregivers of PMV patients opting for a payment program and compared different care units. Method A total of 610 questionnaires were recalled. Statistical analyses were conducted by using the chi-square test and multivariate logistic regression model. Results The results indicated no associations between caregivers’ stress levels and opting for a payment program. Participants in the non-IPP group spent less time with friends and family owing to caregiver responsibilities. The results of the family domain show that the RHC group (OR = 2.54) had worsened family relationships compared with the ICU group; however, there was less psychological stress in the RCC (OR = 0.54) and RCW (OR = 0.16) groups than in the ICU group. In the social domain, RHC interviewees experienced reduced friend and family interactivity (OR = 2.18) and community or religious activities (OR = 2.06) than the ICU group. The RCW group felt that leisure and work time had less effect (OR = 0.37 and 0.41) than the ICU group. Furthermore, RCW interviewees (OR = 0.43) were less influenced by the reduced family income than the ICU group in the economic domain. Conclusions RHC family caregivers had the highest level of stress, whereas family caregivers in the RCW group had the lowest level of stress.
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- Yeong-Ruey Chu
- Department of Public Health, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- School of Nursing, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Healthcare Administration, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Health Services Administration, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Health Services Administration, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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Marcus EL, Jacobs JM, Stessman J. Prolonged mechanical ventilation and caregiver strain: Home vs. long-term care facility. Palliat Support Care 2022; 21:429-437. [PMID: 35266449 DOI: 10.1017/s147895152200027x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The number of patients treated with prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV) is steadily rising. Traditionally treated within specialized long-term care facilities (LTCFs), healthcare providers are increasingly promoting homecare as a technologically safe, humane, and cheaper alternative. Little is known concerning their informal caregivers (ICGs), despite their crucial role in facilitating care. This study examines caregiver strain among the primary ICG of PMV patients treated at home vs. LTCF. METHOD This study was an observational cross-sectional study. The study enrolled 120/123 PMV patients ≥18 years within the study region (46 treated with homecare/74 treated at the LTCF) and 106 ICGs (34 ICGs/46 homecare patients and 72 ICGs/74 LTCF patients). Caregiver assessment included the 13-item Modified Caregiver Strain Index (Mod CSI) (0-26 maximum); patient assessment included symptom burden (the revised Edmonton Symptom Assessment System). RESULTS The mean age of ICGs was 58.9 years old; 60.4% were females; 82.1% were married; 29.2% were patient's spouses; and 40.6% were patient's children. The total Mod CSI was 13.58 (SD 6.52) and similar between home vs. LTCF (14.30 SD 7.50 vs. 13.26 SD 6.03, p = 0.50), or communicative vs. non-communicative patients (13.50 SD 7.12 vs. 13.64 SD 6.04, p = 0.93). Hierarchical analysis identified three clusters of caregiver strain, with ICGs at home vs. LTCF reporting significantly lower mood strain, higher burden, and similar levels of lifestyle disturbance. In adjusted models, homecare was significantly associated with reduced mood strain and increased burden, while increased patient symptomatology was significantly associated with total strain, mood, and burden strain clusters. SIGNIFICANCE OF RESULTS Recognizing the different patterns of caregiver strain at home or LTCF is a prerequisite for addressing their palliative care needs and improving the wellbeing and resilience of informal caregivers, who often play a critical role in deciding whether to treat the PMV patient at home or LTCF.
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- Esther-Lee Marcus
- Chronic Ventilator-Dependent Division, Herzog Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
- Jerusalem Home Hospital Unit, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Clalit Health Services, Jerusalem, Israel
- Department of Geriatrics and Geriatric Rehabilitation, Hadassah Medical Organization, Jerusalem, Israel
- Institute for Aging Research, Hadassah Medical Organization, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Faculty of Medicine, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel
- Jerusalem Home Hospital Unit, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Clalit Health Services, Jerusalem, Israel
- Department of Geriatrics and Geriatric Rehabilitation, Hadassah Medical Organization, Jerusalem, Israel
- Institute for Aging Research, Hadassah Medical Organization, Jerusalem, Israel
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Mental health symptoms in family members of COVID-19 ICU survivors 3 and 12 months after ICU admission: a multicentre prospective cohort study. Intensive Care Med 2022; 48:322-331. [PMID: 35103824 PMCID: PMC8804080 DOI: 10.1007/s00134-021-06615-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Purpose Long-term mental outcomes in family members of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) intensive care unit (ICU) survivors are unknown. Therefore, we assessed the prevalence of mental health symptoms, including associated risk factors, and quality of life (QoL) in family members of COVID-19 ICU survivors 3 and 12 months post-ICU. Methods A prospective multicentre cohort study in ICUs of ten Dutch hospitals, including adult family members of COVID-19 ICU survivors admitted between March 1, and July 1, 2020. Symptom prevalence rates of anxiety, depression (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Impact of Event Scale-6), and QoL (Short Form-12) before ICU admission (baseline), and after 3 and 12 months were measured. Additionally, associations between family and patient characteristics and mental health symptoms were calculated. Results A total of 166 out of 197 (84.3%) included family members completed the 12-month follow-up of whom 46.1% and 38.3% had mental health symptoms 3 and 12 months post-ICU, respectively; both higher compared to baseline (22.4%) (p < 0.001). The mental component summary score of the SF-12 was lower at 12-month follow-up compared with baseline [mean difference mental component score: − 5.5 (95% confidence interval (CI) − 7.4 to − 3.6)]. Furthermore, 27.9% experienced work-related problems. Symptoms of anxiety (odds ratio (OR) 9.23; 95% CI 2.296–37.24; p = 0.002) and depression (OR 5.96; 95% CI 1.29–27.42; p = 0.02) prior to ICU admission were identified as risk factors for mental health symptoms after 12 months. Conclusion A considerable proportion of family members of COVID-19 survivors reported mental health symptoms 3 and 12 months after ICU admission, disrupting QoL and creating work-related problems. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00134-021-06615-8.
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Milton A, Schandl A, Larsson I, Wallin E, Savilampi J, Meijers K, Joelsson‐Alm E, Bottai M, Sackey P. Caregiver burden and emotional wellbeing in informal caregivers to ICU survivors-A prospective cohort study. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2022; 66:94-102. [PMID: 34582048 DOI: 10.1111/aas.13988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Informal caregivers to intensive care unit (ICU) survivors may develop post-intensive care syndrome family (PICS-F), including depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress (PTS). Our primary aim was to investigate associations between caregiver burden in informal caregivers cohabiting with ICU survivors and patients' physical and psychological outcomes. METHODS A prospective, multicentre cohort study in four ICUs in Sweden. Adults cohabiting with ICU patients included in a previous study were eligible for inclusion. Three months post-ICU, informal caregivers received questionnaires assessing caregiver burden, health-related quality of life (HRQL) and symptoms of depression, anxiety and PTS. In parallel, patients reported their three-month physical and psychological status via validated questionnaires. The primary outcome of this study was to compare caregiver burden in informal caregivers to patients with and without adverse physical and psychological outcomes 3 months post-ICU. Secondary outcomes were correlations between caregiver burden and informal caregivers' mental HRQL. RESULTS Among 62 included informal caregivers, 55 (89%) responded to the follow-up questionnaires. Caregiver burden was higher among informal caregivers to patients with an adverse outcome, compared to informal caregivers to patients without an adverse outcome, caregiver burden scale score mean (±standard deviation) 52 (11) and 41 (13) respectively (p = 0.003). There was strong negative correlation between caregiver burden and informal caregivers' mental HRQL (rs -0.74, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Informal caregivers to ICU survivors with adverse physical or psychological outcome experience a higher caregiver burden. A higher caregiver burden correlates with worse caregiver mental HRQL. ICU follow-up programs should consider screening and follow-up of informal caregivers for mental health problems.
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- Anna Milton
- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology Karolinska Institutet Solna Sweden
- Department of Perioperative Medicine and Intensive care Karolinska University Hospital Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery Karolinska Institutet Solna Sweden
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- Department of Surgical Sciences Uppsala University Uppsala Sweden
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive care Örebro University Hospital Örebro Sweden
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive care Södersjukhuset Stockholm Sweden
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive care Södersjukhuset Stockholm Sweden
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- Institute of Environmental Medicine Karolinska Institutet Solna Sweden
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology Karolinska Institutet Solna Sweden
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Hetland BD, McAndrew NS, Kupzyk KA, Krutsinger DC, Pozehl BJ, Heusinkvelt JM, Camenzind CE. Family Caregiver Preferences and Contributions Related to Patient Care in the ICU. West J Nurs Res 2021; 44:214-226. [PMID: 34904483 DOI: 10.1177/01939459211062954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Guided by Individual and Family Self-Management Theory, the purpose of this cross-sectional study was to describe patient care activities that family caregivers endorsed and performed while visiting their family member in the ICU. We found that caregivers wanted to be involved in ICU patient care and had preferences for the care they wanted to perform with their critically ill family member. More than 80% preferred to perform tasks related to daily grooming, communication, and education. Of note, many caregivers expressed interest in holistic healing activities (i.e., music and art), and yet, less than 50% of caregivers reported participating in these activities. The discrepancy between the number of care activities that respondents desired to perform compared to the number of care activities they reported performing represents an important opportunity to shift research and practice improvement efforts toward more tailored family engagement interventions and recognition of family caregivers as essential partners in care.
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- Breanna D Hetland
- College of Nursing, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA.,Critical Care Division, Nebraska Medicine, Omaha, NE, USA
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- College of Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, USA.,Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- College of Nursing, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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- College of Nursing, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA
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The Association between Patient Health Status and Surrogate Decision Maker Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms in Chronic Critical Illness. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2021; 18:1868-1875. [PMID: 33794122 PMCID: PMC8641832 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.202010-1300oc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Rationale: Surrogate decision-makers of patients with chronic critical illness (CCI) are at high risk for symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Whether patient health status after hospital discharge is a risk factor for surrogate PTSD symptoms is not known. Objectives: To determine the association between patient health status 90 days after the onset of CCI and surrogate symptoms of PTSD. Methods: We performed a secondary analysis of the data from a multicenter randomized trial of a communication intervention for adult patients with CCI and their surrogate decision-makers. Results: Surrogate PTSD symptoms were measured at 90 days using the Impact of Events Scale-Revised. For patients who were alive at 90 days, location was used as a marker of health status and included the following categories: 1) home (relatively good health and low acuity), 2) acute rehabilitation (moderate care needs and impairments, generally expected to improve), 3) skilled nursing facility (moderate care needs and impairments, generally not expected to improve significantly or quickly), 4) long-term acute care facility (persistently high acute care needs and functional impairment), and 5) readmission to an acute care hospital (suggesting the highest acuity of illness and care needs of the cohort). Patients who died before 90 days were categorized as deceased. In the analyses, 365 surrogates and 256 patients were included. Among patients, 49% were female, and the mean age was 59 years. Among surrogates, 71% were female, and the mean age was 51 years. A directed acyclic graph was constructed to identify covariates to be included in the model. Compared with symptoms seen among surrogates of patients living at home, heightened PTSD symptoms were seen among surrogates of patients who were readmitted to an acute care hospital (β coefficient, 15.9; 95% confidence interval [CI], 4.5 to 27.3) or had died (β coefficient, 14.8; 95% CI, 8.8 to 20.9) at 90 days. Conclusions: Surrogates of patients with CCI who have died or have been readmitted to an acute care hospital at 90 days experience increased PTSD symptoms as compared with surrogates of patients who are living at home. These patients and surrogates represent a readily identifiable group who may benefit from enhanced emotional support.
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Petrinec A, Wilk C, Hughes JW, Zullo MD, Chen YJ, Palmieri PA. Delivering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Post-Intensive Care Syndrome-Family via a Mobile Health App. Am J Crit Care 2021; 30:451-458. [PMID: 34719716 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2021962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Family members of intensive care unit (ICU) patients are at risk for post-intensive care syndrome- family (PICS-F), including symptoms of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress. Cognitive behavioral therapy is the first-line nonpharmacologic treatment for many psychological symptoms and has been successfully delivered by use of mobile technology for symptom self-management. OBJECTIVES To determine the feasibility of delivering cognitive behavioral therapy through a smartphone app to family members of critically ill patients. METHODS This was a prospective longitudinal cohort study with a consecutive sample of patients admitted to 2 adult ICUs and their family members. The control group period was followed by the intervention group period. The intervention consisted of a mobile health app preloaded on a smartphone provided to family members. The study time points were enrollment (within 5 days of ICU admission), 30 days after admission, and 60 days after admission. Study measures included demographic data, app use, satisfaction with the app, mental health self-efficacy, and measures of PICS-F symptoms. RESULTS The study sample consisted of 49 predominantly White (92%) and female (82%) family members (24 intervention, 25 control). Smartphone ownership was 88%. Completion rates for study measures were 92% in the control group and 79% in the intervention group. Family members logged in to the app a mean of 18.58 times (range 2-89) and spent a mean of 81.29 minutes (range 4.93-426.63 minutes) using the app. CONCLUSIONS The study results confirm the feasibility of implementing app-based delivery of cognitive behavioral therapy to family members of ICU patients.
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- Amy Petrinec
- Amy Petrinec is an assistant professor, College of Nursing, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
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- Cindy Wilk is a senior lecturer, College of Nursing, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
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- Joel W. Hughes is a professor, Department of Psychological Sciences, Kent State University
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- Melissa D. Zullo is an associate professor, College of Public Health, Kent State University
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- Yea-Jyh Chen is an assistant professor, College of Health and Human Services, University of North Carolina Wilmington
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- Patrick A. Palmieri is a clinical psychologist, Summa Health System, Akron, Ohio
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Jones K, Quinn T, Mazor KM, Muehlschlegel S. Prognostic Uncertainty in Critically Ill Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury: A Multicenter Qualitative Study. Neurocrit Care 2021; 35:311-321. [PMID: 34080083 DOI: 10.1007/s12028-021-01230-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prognostic uncertainty is frequently cited as a barrier to communication between physicians and patients and is particularly burdensome for surrogate decision-makers, who must make choices on behalf of their incapacitated family members. The Conceptual Taxonomy of Uncertainty is one model through which physician and surrogate communication can be analyzed to identify strategies for reducing uncertainty in surrogate decision-making. Our objective was to examine themes of uncertainty in physician communication of prognosis and surrogate goals-of-care decision-making for critically ill patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI). METHODS We performed a secondary analysis of a previous qualitative study that involved semistructured interviews of 16 surrogates of critically ill patients with TBI from two level 1 trauma centers and 20 TBI expert physicians from seven trauma centers. Open-ended questions about prognostic uncertainty were asked. We identified major themes with an inductive approach. The Conceptual Taxonomy of Uncertainty was applied to further characterize these themes as data-centered, system-centered, and patient-centered issues of uncertainty. RESULTS Nearly all surrogates (15 of 16) and physicians (19 of 20) recognized the emotional burden of uncertainty in the decision-making process for surrogates. More than three quarters of surrogates (13 of 16) described instances in which a lack of information regarding their loved one's disease or prognosis created uncertainty in their decision-making process, identifying both positive and negative instances of prognostic communication by physicians. We found that physicians used one of three strategies to communicate prognostic uncertainty to surrogates: leaving no room for uncertainty, honesty about uncertainty, and range of possibilities. These strategies did not meet the communication preferences of the majority of surrogates, with more than a third of decision-makers (6 of 15) being frustrated by too much ambiguity about prognosis as well as the failure to acknowledge the existence of uncertainty. CONCLUSIONS We found that physician communication strategies rarely addressed surrogate needs regarding uncertainty adequately, suggesting an urgent need for future research into improved communication of prognostic uncertainty.
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- Kelsey Jones
- Department of Neurology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Harvard University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA
- Meyers Primary Care Institute, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA.
- Department of Anesthesiology/Critical Care, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA.
- Department of Surgery, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA.
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Danesh V, Hecht J, Hao R, Boehm L, Jimenez EJ, Arroliga AC, Sanghi S, Stevens A. Peer Support for Post Intensive Care Syndrome Self-Management (PS-PICS): Study protocol for peer mentor training. J Adv Nurs 2021; 77:2092-2101. [PMID: 33432618 DOI: 10.1111/jan.14736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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AIMS The primary aim of the Peer Support for Post Intensive Care Syndrome Self-Management (PS-PICS) peer mentor training trial is to determine the feasibility for peer mentor training to connect new ICU survivors with survivors who have made successful recoveries. Secondary aims are to also examine peer mentor eligibility, recruitment and retention rates and assess changes in participant knowledge of Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), reported symptoms and health-related quality of life. DESIGN Prospective clinical feasibility trial. METHODS This study received funding from the National Institutes of Health funded P30 Center for Excellence (2014-2020). Up to 20 adult patients who have had an ICU stay of 3 days or longer more than 3 months ago will be enrolled into the study. Participants will undergo a 6-week peer mentor training program to learn how to promote healthy self-management behaviours, social connections, and well-being using motivational interviewing (MI). Participants will complete surveys about their recovery at 3 points during the study: prior to training, 6 weeks post-training and 3 months post-training. Survey questions will be used to assess trends in participant social isolation, depression, functional status, and self-management behaviours. DISCUSSION Enrollment closes by December 2020. As a feasibility trial, power sufficient for hypothesis testing will not be available. However, study operations and intervention fidelity contribute to future research knowledge and participant characteristics and longitudinal outcomes will yield data on intervention feasibility. This study is the first use of embedding peer-led motivational interviewing training into a peer support intervention for ICU survivors. IMPACT Current self-management interventions are limited for ICU survivors and do not sufficiently address barriers to promoting self-management behaviours or improving their health status, well-being and cost of health. This study will provide data to develop and implement interventions for the self-management of PICS-related symptoms and sequelae.
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- Valerie Danesh
- School of Nursing, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA.,Center for Applied Health Research, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Temple, TX, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Dallas, TX, USA
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- School of Nursing, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Center for Applied Health Research, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Temple, TX, USA
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- Center for Applied Health Research, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, Temple, TX, USA
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Ergenekon AP, Yilmaz Yegit C, Cenk M, Bas Ikizoglu N, Atag E, Gokdemir Y, Erdem Eralp E, Karadag B. Depression and anxiety in mothers of home ventilated children before and during COVID-19 pandemic. Pediatr Pulmonol 2021; 56:264-270. [PMID: 33026707 PMCID: PMC7675723 DOI: 10.1002/ppul.25107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Revised: 09/15/2020] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Due to advances in technology, home ventilation in children has increased in recent years. The provision of proper care for a home-ventilated (HV) child can have a strong impact on the lifestyle of caregivers. The aim of this study was to evaluate the depression and anxiety levels of the mothers of HV children during the current COVID-19 pandemic and compare them to those of mothers of healthy peers. METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted on HV children (n = 21) and a control group of healthy peers (n = 32) by means of a questionnaire completed by the mothers of the children of both groups. Psychometric scales, such as the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory-State (STAI-S), and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory-Trait (STAI-T), were used to assess participants. RESULTS During the pandemic signs of depression were present in 8 (38.1%) of the case group and 8 (25%) of the healthy control group. Comparison of the BDI scores from before and during the pandemic showed no difference between mothers of the HV children (p = .09). Scores for BDI and STAI-T were higher in the case group than in the control group, whereas there was no significant difference in STAI-S scores. CONCLUSION Depression and anxiety levels of mothers of HV children were found to be higher during the COVID-19 pandemic. Economic, medical, and social support resources are needed to reduce levels of depression and anxiety and help mothers of those children dependent on technology.
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- Almala Pinar Ergenekon
- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Marmara University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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Psychological Sequelae in Family Caregivers of Critically III Intensive Care Unit Patients. A Systematic Review. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2020; 16:894-909. [PMID: 30950647 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.201808-540sr] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Rationale: Family members of critically ill patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU) often become caregivers, and they are at risk to develop adverse psychological outcomes. There is a need to understand the psychological impact of critical illness on family caregivers. Objectives: The aim of this systematic review is to document the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in family caregivers of critically ill patients and identify potential risk factors for psychological outcomes to inform clinical and future research recommendations. Methods: A literature search for psychological outcomes for family caregivers of critically ill patients was conducted. A total of 1,148 studies from PsycINFO, CINAHL, Web of Science, SCOPUS, and Medline were identified. Results: Forty studies met inclusion criteria and were included in the review. The prevalence of psychological outcomes in family caregivers ranged from 4% to 94% for depression, 2% to 80% for anxiety, and 3% to 62% for PTSD. Caregiver depression, anxiety, and PTSD decreased in most studies that assessed longitudinal outcomes. Common risk factors identified for adverse psychological outcomes included younger caregiver age, caregiver relationship to the patient, lower socioeconomic status, and female sex. Conclusions: The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and PTSD varies greatly across studies of family caregivers of critically ill patients. This finding highlights the need for more systematic investigations of psychological outcomes and the implementation of clinical interventions to prevent or reduce depression, anxiety, and PTSD in family caregivers of critically ill patients.
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Stressors and strains of next of kin of patients with ARDS in intensive care: A qualitative interview study using a stress-strain approach. Intensive Crit Care Nurs 2019; 57:102783. [PMID: 31882326 DOI: 10.1016/j.iccn.2019.102783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2018] [Revised: 09/16/2019] [Accepted: 11/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aims to explore and analyse the stressors and strains of next of kin of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients during their stay in the intensive care unit utilising the stressors and strain approach as a theoretical framework. METHODS Data collection was performed as semi-standardised qualitative interviews. 35 families of patients with ARDS were approached when visiting the intensive care unit. Participants were recruited until thematic saturation was reached; finally, 17 persons (age ranging from 26 to 71 years, nine women) took part. Systematic content analysis was conducted on the theoretical foundations of the stressors and strain approach. FINDINGS Numerous stressors were identified; they can be divided into three main categories: in relation to organising the visit, occurring during the visit and arising at home. These stressors were reported highly consistently throughout participants. However, the strains resulting from these stressors were varying in manifestation and level. CONCLUSIONS This study explores the manifold stressors and strains of next of kin of a critically ill patient. Some stressors are inherent to the life-threatening condition of a family member; others arise from the health care system and could be modified. The level of strain experienced depends on social support, individual coping skills and life circumstances.
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Risk Factors for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms in Surrogate Decision-Makers of Patients with Chronic Critical Illness. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2019; 15:1451-1458. [PMID: 30199658 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.201806-420oc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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RATIONALE Chronically critically ill patients are often dependent on family members for surrogate decision-making, and these surrogates are at high risk for emotional distress. We hypothesized that patient- and surrogate-specific risk factors for surrogate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms can be identified early in the course of chronic critical illness. OBJECTIVES To identify risk factors for PTSD symptoms in surrogate decision-makers of chronically critically ill patients. METHODS We performed a secondary analysis of the database from a multicenter randomized trial of a communication intervention for chronic critical illness patients and surrogates. Variables preselected for plausible mechanism for increasing PTSD symptoms and identifiable by Day 10 of mechanical ventilation were included in the analysis for association with surrogate PTSD symptoms at 90 days, as measured by the Impact of Events Score-Revised (IES-R). Patient factors included demographics, insurance status, baseline functional status, chronic comorbidities, illness severity, and presence of advance directive. Surrogate variables included demographics, education level and employment, religion, relationship to patient, and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale score measured at enrollment. Multivariable linear regression models were then constructed for 26 potential risk factors, including biologically or mechanistically plausible confounders for each, with IES-R score as the outcome. All models were adjusted for multiple respondents, using a mixed model, considering the patients as a random factor. RESULTS Our analysis included 306 surrogates for 224 patients. A total of 49% of patients were female, and mean age was 59 years (95% confidence interval [CI], 56.4-60.7). A total of 71% of surrogates were female, and mean age was 51 years (95% CI, 49.3-52.4). After examining each potential risk factor in a separate multivariable model, only Day-10 surrogate Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale score (β coefficient = 1.02; 95% CI, 0.73-1.30) and patient unresponsiveness (β coefficient = 8.39; 95% CI, 0.83-15.95) were associated with higher IES-R scores. CONCLUSIONS Among surrogate decision-makers for chronically critically ill patients, high anxiety and depression scores and patient unresponsiveness on or near Day 10 of mechanical ventilation are risk factors for PTSD symptoms at 90 days.
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Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Financial Stress in Survivors of Critical Illness. Crit Care Med 2019; 46:e530-e539. [PMID: 29505422 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000003076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Little is known about the experience of financial stress for patients who survive critical illness or their families. Our objective was to describe the prevalence of financial stress among critically ill patients and their families, identify clinical and demographic characteristics associated with this stress, and explore associations between financial stress and psychologic distress. DESIGN Secondary analysis of a randomized trial comparing a coping skills training program and an education program for patients surviving acute respiratory failure and their families. SETTING Five geographically diverse hospitals. PARTICIPANTS Patients (n = 175) and their family members (n = 85) completed surveys within 2 weeks of arrival home and 3 and 6 months after randomization. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS We used regression analyses to assess associations between patient and family characteristics at baseline and financial stress at 3 and 6 months. We used path models and mediation analyses to explore relationships between financial stress, symptoms of anxiety and depression, and global mental health. Serious financial stress was high at both time points and was highest at 6 months (42.5%) among patients and at 3 months (48.5%) among family members. Factors associated with financial stress included female sex, young children at home, and baseline financial discomfort. Experiencing financial stress had direct effects on symptoms of anxiety (β = 0.260; p < 0.001) and depression (β = 0.048; p = 0.048). CONCLUSIONS Financial stress after critical illness is common and associated with symptoms of anxiety and depression. Our findings provide direction for potential interventions to reduce this stress and improve psychologic outcomes for patients and their families.
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The Untold Toll of the Opioid Crisis on Intensive Care Units in the United States. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2019; 14:1763-1765. [PMID: 29192818 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.201708-662ed] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Jo M, Song MK, Knafl GJ, Beeber L, Yoo YS, Van Riper M. Family-clinician communication in the ICU and its relationship to psychological distress of family members: A cross-sectional study. Int J Nurs Stud 2019; 95:34-39. [PMID: 31005678 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2019.03.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2018] [Revised: 03/21/2019] [Accepted: 03/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Effective communication between family and clinicians has been identified as one of the most important factors in end-of-life care. Family members' perception of communication quality with clinicians may be associated with their psychological symptoms. OBJECTIVES To examine the association between family-clinician (physicians or nurses) communication quality and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress among family members of chronically critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). DESIGN A cross-sectional study. SETTINGS AND PARTICIPANTS The participants were 71 adult family members of 71 patients who required prolonged mechanical ventilation in ten ICUs at three medical centres in Korea. METHODS Participants completed the Quality of Communication (QOC) questionnaire, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R). The data were analysed using correlation, bivariate regression, and multiple regression analysis. RESULTS The mean (SD) QOC score for physicians and nurses was 50.3 (15.2) and 42.9 (14.2), respectively. Forty-six participants (64.8%) were identified as being at risk for having anxiety symptoms; 22 (31%) had a mild risk and 24 (33.8%) had a moderate or severe risk. More family members (76.1%) were at risk for having depressive symptoms; 15 (21.1%) had a mild risk and 39 (54.9%) had a moderate or severe risk. For post-traumatic stress symptoms, 48 (67.6%) were at risk. While the QOC scores for nurses were negatively associated with participants' HADS-depression scores (β = -.01, p = .03), the QOC scores for physicians were not associated with the HADS or IES-R scores. This conclusion held after consideration of covariates. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that communication between family members and ICU nurses may be more influential than that with ICU physicians on psychological distress of family members in Korea. However, further research is warranted to confirm this relationship. Future interventions to reduce psychological distress in family members of chronically critically ill patients may need to target ICU nurses for improving communication skills.
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- Minjeong Jo
- College of Nursing, Pusan National University, Republic of Korea.
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- Center for Nursing Excellence in Palliative Care, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University, United States
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- School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States
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- School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States
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- College of Nursing, The Catholic University, Republic of Korea
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- School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States
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EL PACIENTE CRÍTICO CRÓNICO. REVISTA MÉDICA CLÍNICA LAS CONDES 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rmclc.2019.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Wendlandt B, Ceppe A, Choudhury S, Cox CE, Hanson LC, Danis M, Tulsky JA, Nelson JE, Carson SS. Modifiable elements of ICU supportive care and communication are associated with surrogates' PTSD symptoms. Intensive Care Med 2019; 45:619-626. [PMID: 30790028 DOI: 10.1007/s00134-019-05550-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2018] [Accepted: 01/28/2019] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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PURPOSE To identify specific components of ICU clinician supportive care and communication that are associated with increased post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms for surrogate decision makers of patients with chronic critical illness (CCI). METHODS We conducted a secondary analysis of data from a randomized controlled trial of palliative care-led meetings to provide information and support for CCI surrogates. The primary outcome for this secondary analysis was PTSD symptoms at 90 days, measured by the Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R). Caregiver perceptions of clinician support and communication were assessed using a version of the After-Death Bereaved Family Member Interview (ADBFMI) instrument modified for use in non-bereaved in addition to bereaved caregivers. The association between ADBFMI items and IES-R score was analyzed using multiple linear regression. RESULTS Ninety-day follow up was complete for 306 surrogates corresponding to 224 patients. Seventy-one percent of surrogates were female, and the mean age was 51 years. Of the domains, negative perception of the patient's physical comfort and emotional support was associated with the greatest increase in surrogate PTSD symptoms (beta coefficient 1.74, 95% CI 0.82-2.65). The three specific preselected items associated with increased surrogate PTSD symptoms were surrogate perception that clinicians did not listen to concerns (beta coefficient 10.7, 95% CI 3.6-17.9), failure of the physician to explain how the patient's pain would be treated (beta coefficient 12.1, 95% CI 4.9-19.3), and lack of sufficient religious contact (beta coefficient 11.7, 95% CI 2-21.3). CONCLUSION Modifiable deficits in ICU clinician support and communication were associated with increased PTSD symptoms among CCI surrogates.
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- Blair Wendlandt
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, 130 Mason Farm Road CB#7020, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA.
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, 130 Mason Farm Road CB#7020, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, 130 Mason Farm Road CB#7020, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, 130 Mason Farm Road CB#7020, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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- National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Weill-Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, 130 Mason Farm Road CB#7020, Chapel Hill, NC, 27599, USA
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Chan YH, Lim CZR, Bautista D, Malhotra R, Østbye T. The Health and Well-Being of Caregivers of Technologically Dependent Children. Glob Pediatr Health 2019; 6:2333794X18823000. [PMID: 30719496 PMCID: PMC6348537 DOI: 10.1177/2333794x18823000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2017] [Revised: 11/20/2018] [Accepted: 11/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Caregivers of technology-dependent children face considerable responsibilities. This study examined the association of 2 child-related stressors-functional status and use of mechanical ventilator-with 2 domains of family caregiver well-being-depressive symptoms (Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale [CES-D]) and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and family function (PedsQL Family Impact Module). The secondary objective was to determine whether these associations were moderated by caregiver-perceived social support. Structured interviews were conducted with 88 primary family caregivers of technology-dependent children in Singapore. Hierarchical multiple regression was used to assess the primary and secondary objectives. A total of 44.3% of caregivers were at high risk of clinical depression. Moderately poor child functional status was associated with more caregiver depressive symptoms. Perceived social support moderated this association. Family caregivers of technology-dependent children have high levels of depressive symptoms and relatively poor HRQOL and family functioning. Enhancing caregivers' social support is important for their well-being.
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Choi J, Lingler JH, Donahoe MP, Happ MB, Hoffman LA, Tate JA. Home discharge following critical illness: A qualitative analysis of family caregiver experience. Heart Lung 2018; 47:401-407. [PMID: 29731146 PMCID: PMC6026552 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2018.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2017] [Accepted: 04/08/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few studies have longitudinally explored the experience and needs of family caregivers of ICU survivors after patients' home discharge. METHODS Qualitative content analysis of interviews drawn from a parent study that followed family caregivers of adults ICU survivors for 4 months post-ICU discharge. RESULTS Family caregivers (n = 20, all white, 80% woman) viewed home discharge as positive progress, but reported having insufficient time to transition from family visitor to the active caregiver role. Caregivers expressed feelings of relief during the steady recovery of family members' physical and cognitive function. However, the slow pace of improvement conflicted with their expectations. Even after patients achieved independent physical function, emotional needs persisted and these issues contributed to caregivers' anxiety, worry, and view that recovery was incomplete. CONCLUSION Family caregivers of ICU survivors need information and skills to help managing patients' care needs, pacing expectations with actual patients' progress, and caregivers' health needs.
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- JiYeon Choi
- Department of Acute and Tertiary Care, University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Yonsei University College of Nursing, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Health and Community Systems, University of Pittsburg, School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Center of Excellence in Critical and Complex Care, The Ohio State University College of Nursing, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Acute and Tertiary Care, University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- The Ohio State University College of Nursing, Columbus, OH, USA
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Vianello A, Arcaro G, Molena B, Iovino S, Gallan F, Turato C, Marchese-Ragona R. Effect of a passive exhalation port on tracheostomy ventilation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients: a randomized controlled trial. J Thorac Dis 2018; 10:1007-1014. [PMID: 29607174 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.01.102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients often require long-term tracheostomy ventilation (LT-TV) because of progressive ventilatory failure. Although widely used for non-invasive ventilation (NIV), passive exhalation port systems have not been gaining popularity for TV because of the possibility of carbon dioxide (CO2) rebreathing. The current study set out to investigate the effect of a Whisper Swivel connector in comparison to an active exhalation valve on gas exchange and symptoms in ALS patients requiring LT-TV. Methods A prospective randomized controlled trial was carried out to compare the clinical outcome of ten ALS patients receiving LT-TV by means of a Trilogy 100 ventilator with a Whisper Swivel passive exhalation port (group A) and of 10 ALS patients connected to an Airox Legendair ventilator with an active exhalation valve (group B). The study's main outcome measure was CO2 retention at the 30-day follow-up assessment. Results One patient in each of the two cohorts showed significant CO2 retention. At the 30-day assessment, scores on the following measures were not significantly different in the two groups: the Borg dyspnea scale {2 [1-3] vs. 1 [1-3]; P=0.2891}, the visual analogue scale (VAS) dyspnea {20 [10-85] vs. 20 [0-50]; P=0.8571}, the Epworth sleepiness scale (ESS) {8 [4-10] vs. 5.5 [0-12]; P=0.1443}, the EuroQol-VAS (EQ-VAS) {55 [50-80] vs. 50 [30-80]; P=0.4593} and the relative stress scale (RSS) {49 [30-65] vs. 52 [25-64]; P=0.8650}. At the 3-month follow-up assessment, the numbers of hospitalizations and deaths were likewise similar in the two groups. Conclusions The efficacy of the Whisper Swivel connector is similar to that of an active exhalation valve in ALS patients undergoing LT-TV.
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- Andrea Vianello
- Respiratory Pathophysiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic, University-City Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Respiratory Pathophysiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic, University-City Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Respiratory Pathophysiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic, University-City Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Respiratory Pathophysiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic, University-City Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Respiratory Pathophysiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic, University-City Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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Loss SH, Nunes DSL, Franzosi OS, Salazar GS, Teixeira C, Vieira SRR. Chronic critical illness: are we saving patients or creating victims? Rev Bras Ter Intensiva 2018; 29:87-95. [PMID: 28444077 PMCID: PMC5385990 DOI: 10.5935/0103-507x.20170013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2016] [Accepted: 09/05/2016] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The technological advancements that allow support for organ dysfunction have led
to an increase in survival rates for the most critically ill patients. Some of
these patients survive the initial acute critical condition but continue to
suffer from organ dysfunction and remain in an inflammatory state for long
periods of time. This group of critically ill patients has been described since
the 1980s and has had different diagnostic criteria over the years. These
patients are known to have lengthy hospital stays, undergo significant
alterations in muscle and bone metabolism, show immunodeficiency, consume
substantial health resources, have reduced functional and cognitive capacity
after discharge, create a sizable workload for caregivers, and present high
long-term mortality rates. The aim of this review is to report on the most
current evidence in terms of the definition, pathophysiology, clinical
manifestations, treatment, and prognosis of persistent critical illness.
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- Sergio Henrique Loss
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil.,Unidade de Terapia Intensiva, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil.,Departamento de Nutrição, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil.,Unidade de Terapia Intensiva, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil.,Departamento de Clínica Médica, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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Rosenthal MD, Kamel AY, Rosenthal CM, Brakenridge S, Croft CA, Moore FA. Chronic Critical Illness: Application of What We Know. Nutr Clin Pract 2018; 33:39-45. [PMID: 29323761 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.10024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2017] [Accepted: 11/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Over the last decade, chronic critical illness (CCI) has emerged as an epidemic in intensive care unit (ICU) survivors worldwide. Advances in ICU technology and implementation of evidence-based care bundles have significantly decreased early deaths and have allowed patients to survive previously lethal multiple organ failure (MOF). Many MOF survivors, however, experience a persistent dysregulated immune response that is causing an increasingly predominant clinical phenotype called the persistent inflammation, immunosuppression, and catabolism syndrome (PICS). The elderly are especially vulnerable; thus, as the population ages the prevalence of this CCI/PICS clinical trajectory will undoubtedly grow. Unfortunately, there are no proven therapies to prevent PICS, and multimodality interventions will be required. The purpose of this review is to: (1) discuss CCI as it relates to PICS, (2) identify the burden on healthcare and poor outcomes of these patients, and (3) describe possible nutrition interventions for the CCI/PICS phenotype.
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- Martin D Rosenthal
- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy, UF Health, University of Florida College of Pharmacy, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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A qualitative study of factors that influence active family involvement with patient care in the ICU: Survey of critical care nurses. Intensive Crit Care Nurs 2017; 44:67-75. [PMID: 29169879 DOI: 10.1016/j.iccn.2017.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2017] [Revised: 08/08/2017] [Accepted: 08/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Family caregiver involvement may improve patient and family outcomes in the intensive care unit. This study describes critical care nurses' approaches to involving family caregivers in direct patient care. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY & DESIGN This is a qualitative content analysis of text captured through an electronic survey. SETTING A convenience sample of 374 critical care nurses in the United States who were subscribers to one of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses social media sites or electronic newsletters. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Critical care nurses' responses to five open-ended questions about their approaches to family involvement in direct patient care. FINDINGS Nurse, patient and family caregiver factors intersected in the context of the professional practice environment and the available resources for family care. Two main themes were identified: "Involving family caregivers in patient care in the intensive care unit requires careful ssessment" and "There are barriers and facilitators to caregiver involvement in patient care in the intensive care unit." CONCLUSION Patient care demands, the professional practice environment and a lack of resources for families hindered nursing family caregiver involvement. Greater attention to these barriers as they relate to family caregiver involvement and clinical outcomes should be a priority in future research.
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Jo M, Song MK, Van Riper M, Yoo YS, Knafl GJ, Beeber L. Translation and cultural adaptation of the quality of communication questionnaire for ICU family members in Korea. Heart Lung 2017; 46:458-463. [PMID: 28912058 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2017.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2017] [Revised: 08/04/2017] [Accepted: 08/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND There are no Korean instruments to assess the concepts associated with end-of-life communication quality. OBJECTIVES To translate and culturally adapt the Quality of Communication (QOC) questionnaire into Korean and evaluate its acceptability and internal consistency. METHODS We first translated the QOC from English into Korean, then back-translated from Korean to English, and evaluated the cultural appropriateness of the items. We pretested and refined the Korean version of the QOC with 11 ICU family members. Subsequently, the Korean version of the QOC was administered to 62 family members of chronically critically ill patients recruited from 10 ICUs to evaluate its internal consistency. RESULTS Participants completed the Korean QOC without difficulty during the pretest, and it showed acceptable internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha ≥0.85). CONCLUSION This study provided preliminary evidence of the acceptability and reliability of the Korean QOC in ICU family members. Nonetheless, further evaluation, including item relevance and other psychometric properties, is warranted.
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- Minjeong Jo
- The Catholic University of Korea, College of Nursing, Seoul 06591, South Korea.
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- Emory University, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Center for Nursing Excellence in Palliative Care, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Nursing, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- The Catholic University of Korea, College of Nursing, Seoul 06591, South Korea
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Nursing, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Nursing, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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Petrinec A. Post-Intensive Care Syndrome in Family Decision Makers of Long-term Acute Care Hospital Patients. Am J Crit Care 2017; 26:416-422. [PMID: 28864439 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2017414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Family members of critically ill patients experience indications of post-intensive care syndrome, including anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder. Despite increased use of long-term acute care hospitals for critically ill patients, little is known about the impact of long-term hospitalization on patients' family members. OBJECTIVES To examine indications of post-intensive care syndrome, coping strategies, and health-related quality of life among family decision makers during and after patients' long-term hospitalization. METHODS A single-center, prospective, longitudinal descriptive study was undertaken of family decision makers of adult patients admitted to long-term acute care hospitals. Indications of post-intensive care syndrome and coping strategies were measured on the day of hospital admission and 30 and 60 days later. Health-related quality of life was measured by using the Short Form-36, version 2, at admission and 60 days later. RESULTS The sample consisted of 30 family decision makers. On admission, 27% reported moderate to severe anxiety, and 20% reported moderate to severe depression. Among the decision makers, 10% met criteria for a provisional diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder. At admission, the mean physical summary score for quality of life was 47.8 (SD, 9.91) and the mean mental summary score was 48.00 (SD, 10.28). No significant changes occurred during the study period. Problem-focused coping was the most frequently used coping strategy at all time points. CONCLUSION Family decision makers of patients in long-term acute care hospitals have a significant prevalence of indications of post-intensive care syndrome.
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- Amy Petrinec
- Amy Petrinec is an assistant professor in the College of Nursing, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
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Liu JF, Lu MC, Fang TP, Yu HR, Lin HL, Fang DL. Burden on caregivers of ventilator-dependent patients: A cross-sectional study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2017; 96:e7396. [PMID: 28682893 PMCID: PMC5502166 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000007396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Caring for prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV) patients imposes heavy psychological, physical, social, and financial burdens on caregivers. Currently, studies regarding the burden on caregivers of PMV patients are scant; therefore, the present study investigated the burden on caregivers of PMV patients.This cross-sectional study was approved by the Institutional Review Board of Zuoying Armed Forces General Hospital. A survey was conducted among the caregivers of PMV patients who were admitted to a chronic respiratory care ward (RCW) or were receiving home care from June to December 2010. The survey included basic demographic information of PMV patients and their caregivers and the Burden Assessment Scale scores for 4 domains comprising a total of 21 questions (physical burden, n = 5; psychological burden, n = 6; social burden, n = 6; financial burden, n = 4). Statistical analyses were conducted using the t test, 1-way analysis of variance with the Scheffé post hoc test, and the chi-square test, and P < .05 was considered statistically significant.A total of 160 caregivers (age, 50-53 years) were recruited (n = 80 each in the home care and RCW groups), and most of these caregivers were married women. Due to insufficient sleep, physical exhaustion, back pain, and caregiving, home caregivers had significantly higher physical burden levels than RCW caregivers (P < .01).Home caregivers experienced higher physical burden levels than RCW caregivers. Therefore, clinical and professional support must be provided to home caregivers of PMV patients.
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- Jui-Fang Liu
- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital-Kaohsiung Medical Center and Chang Gung University College of Medicine
- Department of Education, National Kaohsiung Normal University, Kaohsiung
- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital-Kaohsiung Medical Center and Chang Gung University College of Medicine
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology
- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Chiayi, Chiayi
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital-Kaohsiung Medical Center and Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Kaohsiung
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology
- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Chiayi, Chiayi
- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Education, National Kaohsiung Normal University, Kaohsiung
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Choi J, Donahoe MP, Hoffman LA. Psychological and Physical Health in Family Caregivers of Intensive Care Unit Survivors: Current Knowledge and Future Research Strategies. J Korean Acad Nurs 2017; 46:159-67. [PMID: 27182013 DOI: 10.4040/jkan.2016.46.2.159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2015] [Accepted: 03/31/2016] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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PURPOSE This article provides an overview of current knowledge on the impact of caregiving on the psychological and physical health of family caregivers of intensive care unit (ICU) survivors and suggestions for future research. METHODS Review of selected papers published in English between January 2000 and October 2015 reporting psychological and physical health outcomes in family caregivers of ICU survivors. RESULTS In family caregivers of ICU survivors followed up to five years after patients' discharge from an ICU, psychological symptoms, manifested as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder, were highly prevalent. Poor self-care, sleep disturbances and fatigue were identified as common physical health problems in family caregivers. Studies to date are mainly descriptive; few interventions have targeted family caregivers. Further, studies that elicit unique needs of families from diverse cultures are lacking. CONCLUSION Studies to date have described the impact of caregiving on the psychological and physical health in family caregivers of ICU survivors. Few studies have tested interventions to support unique needs in this population. Therefore, evidence for best strategies is lacking. Future research is needed to identify ICU caregivers at greatest risk for distress, time points to target interventions with maximal efficacy, needs of those from diverse cultures and test interventions to mitigate family caregivers' burden.
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- Jiyeon Choi
- Department of Acute & Tertiary Care, School of Nursing, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Acute & Tertiary Care, School of Nursing & Clinical and Translational Science Institute, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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Torres J, Carvalho D, Molinos E, Vales C, Ferreira A, Dias CC, Araújo R, Gomes E. The impact of the patient post-intensive care syndrome components upon caregiver burden. Med Intensiva 2017; 41:454-460. [PMID: 28188064 DOI: 10.1016/j.medin.2016.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2016] [Revised: 11/25/2016] [Accepted: 12/03/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate patient post-intensive care syndrome (PICS-P) and caregiver burden 3 months after discharge from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and determine the impact of different components of PICS-P upon caregiver burden. DESIGN A prospective observational study was conducted over 26 months (January 2013-February 2015). SETTING Medical-surgical ICU and follow-up consultation in Portugal. PATIENTS OR PARTICIPANTS Patients discharged after a minimum of 2 days in the ICU. Caregiver inclusion criteria: not paid, written and spoken Portuguese, and agreement to participate in the study. MAIN VARIABLES OF INTEREST In ICU: Patient gender, age, severity of illness (SAPS II) and length of ICU stay. At 3 months caregiver burden, physical (reduced mobility, weakness acquired in the ICU) and psychological components of PICS (anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder). RESULTS A total of 168 caregivers completed the survey (response rate of 69%). A low degree of overburden was reported by 34.5% of caregivers, while 15.5% showed moderate to high levels of overburden. Patient anxiety and depression 3 months after ICU discharge significantly influenced the presence of caregiver burden (p=0.030 vs p=0.008). When physical components of PICS-P were evaluated, no influence on caregiver burden was observed. Patient demographics, severity of illness and length of stay also failed to influence caregiver burden. CONCLUSIONS The presence of psychological components of PICS-P 3 months after ICU seems to have a negative impact upon caregiver burden. On the other hand, physical problems showed no important impact upon caregiver overburden.
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- J Torres
- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal.
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- CIDES - Department of Health Information and Decision Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Alameda Professor Hernâni Monteiro, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal; CINTESIS - Centre for Health Technology and Services Research, Porto, Portugal
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- Intensive Care Unit, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Unidade Local de Saúde de Matosinhos, Rua Dr. Eduardo Torres, 4464-513 Matosinhos, Portugal
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The process of transformation experienced by the patients, their families, and nurses during critical illness in the intensive care unit: perspective from a phenomenological study. Dimens Crit Care Nurs 2016; 34:161-9. [PMID: 25840134 DOI: 10.1097/dcc.0000000000000104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There are no studies in the literature that explore and describe the concept of transformation from the perspective of patients, family members, and nurses during critical illness in the intensive care unit (ICU). OBJECTIVES The purpose of this article is to explore and describe the concept of transformation among patients, their families, and nurses during critical illness in the ICU. METHODS The concept "transformation" is a theme illuminated from a qualitative phenomenological study conducted in the ICU in 2010. Fifteen participants were interviewed until data saturation was achieved. van Manen's holistic, selective, and detailed line-by-line approach was used to analyze the data until themes emerged. RESULTS Processes of transformation related to ICU experience during critical illness were noted among the patients, family members, and nurses and presented in the following descriptors: (a) patients: a "wake-up call," "the longest days of my life," and "thankful to be alive"; (b) family members: "the experience made me emotionally empowered," and "the experience strengthened my faith"; (c) nurses: "the experience made me grow as a person," "the experience made me more enthusiastic for learning," and "realization that good care equals family satisfaction thus own personal satisfaction." DISCUSSION The concept of transformation from the perspective of a triad of patients, their families, and nurses may be noted in other conditions other than critical illness; thus, replicating studies with different populations and settings is needed.
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Bench S, Cornish J, Xyrichis A. Intensive care discharge summaries for general practice staff: a focus group study. Br J Gen Pract 2016; 66:e904-e912. [PMID: 27872086 PMCID: PMC5198666 DOI: 10.3399/bjgp16x688045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2016] [Accepted: 07/14/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Understanding how patients and relatives can be supported after hospital discharge is a UK research priority. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) discharge summaries are a simple way of providing GPs with the information they require to coordinate ongoing care, but little evidence is available to guide best practice. AIM This study aimed at better understanding the information needs of GP staff (GPs and practice nurses) supporting former patients of ICUs and their families following discharge from hospital, and identifying the barriers/facilitators associated with ICU-primary care information transfer. DESIGN AND SETTING This was a qualitative exploratory study of practices and participants throughout the UK. METHOD Audiotaped focus group discussions, complemented by small-group/individual interviews, were conducted with 15 former patients of ICUs, four relatives, and 20 GP staff between June and September 2015. Demographic data were captured by questionnaire and qualitative data were thematically analysed. RESULTS Findings suggest variability in discharge information experiences and blurred lines of responsibility between hospital and GP staff, and patients/relatives. Continuity of care was affected by delayed or poor communication from the hospital; GPs' limited contact with patients from critical care; and a lack of knowledge of the effects of critical illness or resources available to ameliorate these difficulties. Time pressures and information technology were, respectively, the most commonly mentioned barrier and facilitator. CONCLUSION Effective rehabilitation after a critical illness requires a coordinated and comprehensive approach, incorporating the provision of well-completed, timely, and relevant ICU-primary care discharge information. Health professionals need an improved understanding of critical illness, and patients and families must be included in all aspects of the information-sharing process.
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Although precise numbers are difficult to obtain, the population of patients receiving long-term ventilation has increased over the last 20 years, and includes patients with chronic lung diseases, neuromuscular diseases, spinal cord injury, and children with complex disorders. This article reviews the equipment and logistics involved with ventilation outside of the hospital. Discussed are common locations for long-term ventilation, airway and secretion management, and many of the potential challenges faced by individuals on long-term ventilation.
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- Sarina Sahetya
- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care, The Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
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- Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Frivold G, Slettebø Å, Dale B. Family members’ lived experiences of everyday life after intensive care treatment of a loved one: a phenomenological hermeneutical study. J Clin Nurs 2016; 25:392-402. [DOI: 10.1111/jocn.13059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/21/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Gro Frivold
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences; University of Agder; Grimstad Norway
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- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences; University of Agder; Grimstad Norway
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- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences; University of Agder; Grimstad Norway
- Centre for Caring Research - Southern Norway; University of Agder; Grimstad Norway
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van Beusekom I, Bakhshi-Raiez F, de Keizer NF, Dongelmans DA, van der Schaaf M. Reported burden on informal caregivers of ICU survivors: a literature review. CRITICAL CARE : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CRITICAL CARE FORUM 2016; 20:16. [PMID: 26792081 PMCID: PMC4721206 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-016-1185-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 141] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2015] [Accepted: 01/06/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Critical illness and the problems faced after ICU discharge do not only affect the patient, it also negatively impacts patients' informal caregivers. There is no review which summarizes all types of burden reported in informal caregivers of ICU survivors. It is important that the burdens these informal caregivers suffer are systematically assessed so the caregivers can receive the professional care they need. We aimed to provide a complete overview of the types of burdens reported in informal caregivers of adult ICU survivors, to make recommendations on which burdens should be assessed in this population, and which tools should be used to assess them. METHOD We performed a systematic search in PubMed and CINAHL from database inception until June 2014. All articles reporting on burdens in informal caregivers of adult ICU survivors were included. Two independent reviewers used a standardized form to extract characteristics of informal caregivers, types of burdens and instruments used to assess these burdens. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa and the PEDro scales. RESULTS The search yielded 2704 articles, of which we included 28 in our review. The most commonly reported outcomes were psychosocial burden. Six months after ICU discharge, the prevalence of anxiety was between 15% and 24%, depression between 4.7% and 36.4% and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) between 35% and 57.1%. Loss of employment, financial burden, lifestyle interference and low health-related quality of life (HRQoL) were also frequently reported. The most commonly used tools were the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Centre for Epidemiological Studies-Depression questionnaire, and Impact of Event Scale (IES). The quality of observational studies was low and of randomized studies moderate to fair. CONCLUSIONS Informal caregivers of ICU survivors suffer a substantial variety of burdens. Although the quality of the included studies was poor, there is evidence that burden in the psychosocial field is most prevalent. We suggest screening informal caregivers of ICU survivors for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and HRQoL using respectively the HADS, IES and Short Form 36 and recommend a follow-up period of at least 6 months.
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- Ilse van Beusekom
- Department of Medical Informatics, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. .,National Intensive Care Evaluation, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,National Intensive Care Evaluation, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,National Intensive Care Evaluation, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- National Intensive Care Evaluation, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam School of Health Professions, University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Gray K, Isaacs D, Kilham H, Tobin B, Waters K. Use of guidelines when planning home care of a girl with severe congenital myopathy. J Paediatr Child Health 2016; 52:7-10. [PMID: 26776543 DOI: 10.1111/jpc.13065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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We use issues that arose in the management of a 4-year old girl with a congenital myopathy to consider the tension between respecting the choices and decisions of the child's parents and applying clinical practice guidelines that emphasise minimising risk to the child. This case raises the issue of when it is reasonable to override parents' choice of management options.
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- Kelly Gray
- Long-Stay Ventilation Team, Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Bioethics, Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia.,Discipline of Child Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Bioethics, Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia.,Discipline of Child Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Plunkett Centre for Ethics in Health Care, St Vincent's Hospital Sydney and Australian Catholic University, Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
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- Long-Term Ventilation and Sleep Medicine, Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia.,Discipline of Child Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Andresen M, Guic E, Orellana A, Diaz MJ, Castro R. Posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms in close relatives of intensive care unit patients: Prevalence data resemble that of earthquake survivors in Chile. J Crit Care 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2015.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Rosenthal MD, Moore FA. Persistent inflammatory, immunosuppressed, catabolic syndrome (PICS): A new phenotype of multiple organ failure. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 1. [PMID: 26086042 DOI: 10.14800/janhm.784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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A new phenotype of multiple organ failure has appeared: Persistent Inflammatory, Immunosuppressed, Catabolic Syndrome (PICS). Comorbidities and age >65 years have been established as the leading risk factors for PICS. As the percentage of elderly people continues to increase the prevalence of PICS in our ICUs will surely grow. Malnutrition (despite appropriate supplementation), recurrent nosocomial infections, frailty, ventilator dependence, and an indolent death depicts the central theme that plagues PICS patients. Aligned with the recently awarded P50 grant by NIGMS entitled, "PICS: A New Horizon for Surgical Critical Care", and the University Of Florida's Sepsis and Critical Illness Research Center will investigate the genetic make-up of PICS patients, better understand frailty and the implication in trauma patients, and hopefully elucidate new therapies. Currently, there are no therapies to combat PICS aside from nutritional inference elaborated after reviewing the literature on Burns, Cachexia, and Sarcopenia.
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- Martin D Rosenthal
- Departments of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center For Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine; Gainesville, Florida
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- Departments of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Center For Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine; Gainesville, Florida
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Haines KJ, Denehy L, Skinner EH, Warrillow S, Berney S. Psychosocial Outcomes in Informal Caregivers of the Critically Ill. Crit Care Med 2015; 43:1112-20. [PMID: 25654174 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000000865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Ågård AS, Egerod I, Tønnesen E, Lomborg K. From spouse to caregiver and back: a grounded theory study of post-intensive care unit spousal caregiving. J Adv Nurs 2015; 71:1892-903. [DOI: 10.1111/jan.12657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/17/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Anne Sophie Ågård
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Aarhus University Hospital; Denmark
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- University of Copenhagen, Health & Medical Sciences; Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet; Trauma Center; Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care; Aarhus University Hospital; Denmark
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- Faculty of Health Sciencies & Aarhus University Hospital; Aarhus University; Denmark
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Marcuccilli L, Casida JJ, Bakas T, Pagani FD. Family caregivers' inside perspectives: caring for an adult with a left ventricular assist device as a destination therapy. Prog Transplant 2015; 24:332-40. [PMID: 25488555 DOI: 10.7182/pit2014684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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CONTEXT Understanding the experience of caring for an adult with a left-ventricular assist device as a destination therapy (LVAD-DT) remains in its infancy. OBJECTIVE/DESIGN A hermeneutic-phenomenological inquiry guided by van Manen's methods was used to explore the LVAD-DT family caregiving experience.Participants/Setting-Seven family caregivers (1 man and 6 women) 50 to 74 years old who cared for an adult with an LVAD-DT in home settings. Recruitment and data collection occurred in an outpatient mechanical circulatory support center in the Midwest. METHODS Data were collected by means of face-to-face interviews using open-ended questions and 1 follow-up interview. Interviews were audio recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis consisted of writing, rewriting, and reflecting across participants' data, which produced themes illustrating the experience and meaning of caring for an adult with an LVAD-DT. Themes were consensually validated. Procedures for trustworthiness are described. RESULTS Five main themes were identified from participants' experiences: (1) advanced heart failure is a life-changing event, (2) self-doubt about LVAD caregiving improves over time, (3) lifestyle adjustments come with time, (4) persistent worry and stress, and (5) caregiving is not a burden-it's a part of life. These main themes were elucidated by 8 subthemes in which participants described a process of adjustment despite persistent worry and stress and eventually accepted caregiving as part of their lives. Future studies are needed to explore caregiver burden, adaptation, and the effects of caregiving outcomes, such as emotional and physical health and overall quality of life.
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Psychological distress in spouses of somatically Ill: longitudinal findings from the Nord-Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT). Health Qual Life Outcomes 2014; 12:139. [PMID: 25214043 PMCID: PMC4173137 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-014-0139-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2014] [Accepted: 08/29/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Studies of caregiver burden and somatic illness tend to be based on relatively small, clinical samples. Longitudinal, population based studies on this topic are still scarce and little is known about the long-term impact of partner illness on spousal mental health in the general population. In this study we investigate whether spouses of partners who either have become somatically ill or cured from illness in an 11 year period - or who have long-term illness - have different mental health scores compared to spouses of healthy partners. METHODS Approximately 9000 couples with valid self-report data on a Global Mental Health (GMH) scale and somatic illness status were identified. The diagnoses stroke, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction and severe physical disability, were transformed into a dichotomous 'any illness'-scale, and also investigated separately. Analyses of variance (ANOVA) stratified by sex were conducted with spousal GMH score at follow-up (1995-97, T2) as the outcome variable, adjusting for spousal GMH score at baseline (1984-86, T1) and several covariates. RESULTS Results showed that male and female spouses whose partners had become somatically ill since T1 had significantly poorer mental health than partners in the reference category, comprising couples healthy at both time points. Further, female spouses of partners who had recovered from illness since T1 had significantly better mental health than controls. Of the somatic conditions, physical disability had the most significant contribution on spousal GMH, for both sexes, in addition to stroke on male spouses' GMH. The effect sizes were small. Some of the loss of spousal mental health seems to be mediated by the ill persons' psychological distress. CONCLUSION The occurrence of partner illness during the follow-up period affect the mental health of spouses negatively, while partner recovery appeared to be associated with improved mental health scores for female spouses. Of the measured conditions, physical disability had the largest impact on spousal distress, but for some conditions the distress of the ill person mediated much of the loss of mental health among spouses.
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