Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: ICU Liberation Project of SCCM Author(s): Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction, and Survivorship (CIBS) Center Publisher or Source: Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction, and Survivorship (CIBS) Center Type of Media: One-Pager Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians, Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: it is a guideline for the ICU medicine professional to monitor and treat patient who may have ICU delirium. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Outcomes of elderly survivors of intensive care: a review of the literature Author(s): Hennessy D, Juzwishin K, Yergens D, Noseworthy T, Doig C Publisher or Source: University of York- the Centre for Reviews and Dissemination Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians Country of Origin: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: CRD summary The authors concluded that limited evidence and differences between studies prevented them from drawing any conclusions; further research was required. This was a well-conducted review and the authors' conclusions, including the need for further research, are likely to be reliable. Authors' objectives To assess the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and functional status of elderly patients discharged from critical care. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Improving the Journey For Long Haulers Author(s): Marie Rosenthal, MS Publisher or Source: Infectious Disease Special Edition Type of Media: Magazine Article Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians,General Public,General Medical Professionals,Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States of America (the) Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: For some patients, SARS-CoV-2 doesn’t just run its course. They continue to experience myriad sequelae after the acute phase of COVID-19. Long-term symptoms vary. Some, such as cardiopulmonary issues, are serious; some, such as alterations in anosmia and hypogeusia, are less so, but they continue to alarm patients for weeks to months after the original illness. These patients are truly in it for the long haul. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Guidelines for the management of difficult and failed tracheal intubation in obstetrics : 2015 Author(s): Difficult Airway Society Publisher or Source: Difficult Airway Society (DAS) Type of Media: Medical Professional Education Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians,Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: These new national guidelines from the Difficult Airway Society and Obstetric Anaesthetists' Association aim to provide a consistent framework for providing safe obstetric general anaesthesia and the management of unanticipated difficult tracheal intubation, failed tracheal intubation and the ‘can't intubate, can't oxygenate’ (CICO) situation. Discussion of management after failed intubation covers the different actions to be taken should the anaesthetist decide to wake the patient or proceed with general anaesthesia. The difficulty in making this decision is acknowledged by including criteria that aim to aid selection of the most appropriate option in the light of the differing circumstances of each particular case. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Pain, Agitation, and Delirium Management Orderset Author(s): Vanderbilt University Medical Center Publisher or Source: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Type of Media: One-Pager Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians, General Medical Professionals, Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: Pain, Agitation, and Delirium Management Orderset To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: The economic impact of esophageal variceal haemorrhage: cost-effectiveness implications of endoscopic therapy Author(s): E. Bouza, C. Brun-Buisson, J. Chastre, S. Ewig, J-Y. Fagon, C.H. Marquette, P. Muñoz, M.S. Niederman, L. Papazian, J. Rello, J-J. Rouby, H. Van Saene, T. Welte Publisher or Source: European Respiratory Society (ERS) Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians Country of Origin: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: In this review, a panel of experts in the field of VAP from four European societies has tried to provide an overview of the most important aspects under debate. In order to stimulate further research and discussion, presentation of the main topics was focussed on the breaking current knowledge. The issue of attributable mortality, which is also a matter of controversy, will not be addressed in this review. Each section of the review has been written in an attempt to answer three main questions: 1) what is not controversial, 2) what is still controversial and 3) what should be investigated? The following topics were reviewed: clinical diagnosis, bacteriological and histological aspects, aetiology, diagnostic techniques, antimicrobial treatment and prevention. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Fatigue lasting months most common long Covid symptom, finds NIHR review Author(s): Emma Wilkinson Publisher or Source: Pulse Type of Media: Newspaper Article Media Originally for: General Public Country of Origin: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: At least one in ten patients experience ongoing symptoms three months after Covid-19 infection – with the most commonly reported problem being fatigue, a wide-ranging review has found. In its second review of the evidence, a team at the National Institutes for Health Research (NIHR) said that figure may well increase and long Covid was affecting people’s ability to work as well as their finances and relationships. In a survey of more than 3,000 patients done to support the NIHR review, a third said they had not been able to access all the healthcare they felt they needed. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: After the ICU Author(s): Atlantic Health System Publisher or Source: Atlantic Health System Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: Former ICU Patients or Their Caregivers Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: PICS and PICS-F COVID-19 Related: No Description: This After the ICU booklet is intended to be used by former ICU patients and their family/caregiver to help find the health care services and community resources that may be helpful during recovery from critical illness. Specifically, this booklet was created to provide information and resources related to Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS). While PICS and PICS-F can be common after a critical illness, you may not experience all or any of these symptoms. PICS is defined as new or worsening physical, cognitive and emotional health problems that remain after a critical illness. Family members and caregivers of former ICU patients can also experience emotional and psychological health problems such as anxiety, depression and posttraumatic stress disorder. This is referred to as PICS-F. Our hope is to raise awareness about PICS and PICS-F and provide resources for those who are experiencing these symptoms. If you or your family/caregiver are having difficulty, we want you to know that you are not alone and that help is available. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: British Thoracic Society Guidance on Respiratory Follow Up of Patients with a Clinico-Radiological Diagnosis of COVID-19 Pneumonia Author(s): British Thoracic Society (BTS) Publisher or Source: British Thoracic Society (BTS) Type of Media: Medical Professional Education Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians Country of Origin: United Kingdom Primary Focus of Media: Long COVID COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: This guidance outlines British Thoracic Society (BTS) recommended follow up of patients witha clinico-radiological diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia. The COVID-19 swab status of patients is not relevant to this guidance. The entry point to this guidance is a clinical diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia with consistent radiological changes. This document may require updating as more information becomes available. This version was published on Monday 11 May2020. Please check the BTS website for the most up to date version of this document.This guidance focuses on the radiological follow up of the pneumonic process and the subsequent diagnosis and management of respiratory complications of COVID-19 pneumonia. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Better Together Staff Pocket Guide for Staff Author(s): Institute for patient and family centered care Publisher or Source: Institute for patient and family centered care Type of Media: Brochure Media Originally for: Former ICU Patients, Former ICU Patients' Family Members, Friends or Caregivers, General Public Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: Family members and friends who have been identified by patients as their care partners, together with you and other staff, are integral members of the health care team. These family members and friends provides provide comfort and assistance for patients. As care partners, they can also help you share information, by participating in aspect of care, and by helping make decisions. They can be spokesperson, advocate, and supporter, especially if patients are too sick or too overwhelmed to do this for themselves. They are essential to ensuring quality, safe transition to home and ongoing care and recovery once a patient leaves the hospital. The following suggestions are offered to guide you as you become PARTNERS together To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Approaches to Post-Intensive Care Syndrome: Nursing Point of View Author(s): Yoshiyuki Nagaya, and Mari Kaga Publisher or Source: Archives of Clinical and Biomedical Research Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians, General Medical Professionals, Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: No Description: Health professionals have been aware of the incidence of post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) for some time. However, there has not been a clear or definitive way of administering treatment or nursing care to help patients suffering from PICS in their recovery. This paper suggests some ideas for the care of patients from the nursing point of view. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.

Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Quality of life in the five years after intensive care: a cohort study Author(s): Cuthbertson, B. H., Roughton, S., Jenkinson, D., Maclennan, G., & Vale, L. Publisher or Source: BMC Medicine Type of Media: Medical Research, Medical Journal Media Originally for: Former ICU Patients or Their Caregivers Country of Origin: United Kingdom Primary Focus of Media: PICS and PICS-F COVID-19 Related: No Description: Introduction Data on quality of life beyond 2 years after intensive care discharge are limited and we aimed to explore this area further. Our objective was to quantify quality of life and health utilities in the 5 years after intensive care discharge. Methods A prospective longitudinal cohort study in a University Hospital in the UK. Quality of life was assessed from the period before ICU admission until 5 years and quality adjusted life years calculated. Results 300 level 3 intensive care patients of median age 60.5 years and median length of stay 6.7 days, were recruited. Physical quality of life fell to 3 months (P = 0.003), rose back to pre-morbid levels at 12 months then fell again from 2.5 to 5 years after intensive care (P = 0.002). Mean physical scores were below the population norm at all time points but the mean mental scores after 6 months were similar to those population norms. The utility value measured using the EuroQOL-5D quality of life assessment tool (EQ-5D) at 5 years was 0.677. During the five years after intensive care unit, the cumulative quality adjusted life years were significantly lower than that expected for the general population (P < 0.001). Conclusions Intensive care unit admission is associated with a high mortality, a poor physical quality of life and a low quality adjusted life years gained compared to the general population for 5 years after discharge. In this group, critical illness associated with ICU admission should be treated as a life time diagnosis with associated excess mortality, morbidity and the requirement for ongoing health care support. To view the PDF, Article, Photo, or Chart, Click Icon: To view the attached Video media file, Click Icon: PostICU, Inc's library staff reviewed this copyrighted material contained in the library and reasonably believes that its inclusion in our library complies with the "Fair Use Doctrine" because: (1) our library's is for nonprofit and educational purposes; (2) the nature of the copyrighted work is related to our mission; (3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole is fair and reasonable; and (4) the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work will if impacted, should be enhanced, by its presence in our library.