Outcomes after Critical Illness
Margaret S. Herridge, Élie Azoulay
Abstract
Critical illness is a transformative and often traumatic event for the entire family. The authors summarize data on the outcomes and highlight the need to frame ICU care as part of a continuum of care for critically ill patients.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCritical illnessCritically illIntensive care medicineTransformative learningIntensive care unitPsychologyPedagogyFamily and Patient Care in Intensive Care UnitsIntensive Care Unit Cognitive DisordersPalliative Care and End-of-Life Issues