Rehabilitation after critical illness: A randomized, controlled trial

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Authors

Christina Jones · Whiston Hospital

Paul Skirrow · Manchester Royal Infirmary

Richard Griffiths · Manchester Royal Infirmary

Gerald H. Humphris · Manchester Royal Infirmary

Sarah Ingleby · Whiston Hospital

Jane Eddleston · University of Manchester

Carl Waldmann ·

Abstract

A self-help rehabilitation manual is effective in aiding physical recovery and reducing depression. However, in those patients recalling delusional memories from the ICU, further psychological care may be needed to reduce the incidence of anxiety and PTSD-related symptoms.

Topics & Keywords

Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units Pediatric Pain Management Techniques

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Critical Care Medicine

Volume 31, Issue 10, pp. 2456-2461

DOI: 10.1097/01.ccm.0000089938.56725.33

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