Easing ICU trauma.
There is growing awareness that patients in intensive care can be severely stressed by their experiences and are at risk of developing mental health problems. A major trial, beginning in a London ICU, will test simple nursing techniques that may reduce patients' stress, and offer support to patients who are most affected.
Mary-Claire
MC
Mason
D006801:Humans; D007297:Inpatients / Q000523:psychology*; D007362:Intensive Care Units; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D013313:Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006113:United Kingdom