Click to Return to Search Page VIEW SELECTED LIBRARY MEDIA Name of Media: Patient says health authorities must warn public of ‘long COVID’ Author(s): Laura Calleja Publisher or Source: MaltaToday Type of Media: Newspaper Article Media Originally for: General Public Country of Origin: Malta Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: Andrea (last name withheld), 44, tested positive for COVID-19 on 4 April, but despite having supposedly recovered, with two negative tests under her belt, six months on she is still suffering the long-term effects of the virus. “Until today, I’m still experiencing shortness of breath that has never gone away. I’m also suffering from fatigue, and muscle pain,” she said, speaking to MaltaToday. The aftermath of COVID-19 has put a major spoke in Andrea’s wheel, who before contracting the virus, had been an active person. The mother of two said she was disappointed with the reaction from the health authorities and their failure to make the public aware of the long-lasting effects of the virus. “We can’t carry on the way the way we are, acting as if all is okay... the health authorities must come forward, and warn people, or else the situation will only continue to spiral out of control, and people will pay the price.” 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: COVID long-haulers: Questions patients have about symptoms Author(s): Sara Berg Publisher or Source: American Medical Association Type of Media: Newspaper Article Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians,General Public,General Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States of America (the) Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: Most people with COVID-19 recover completely within a few weeks, but some experience lingeringsymptoms. Those individuals are often referred to as “COVID long-haulers” and have a conditioncalled COVID-19 syndrome or “long COVID.” For COVID long-haulers, persistent symptoms ofteninclude brain fog, fatigue, headaches, dizziness and shortness of breath, among others. While more still needs to be known about COVID long-haulers, AMA member Devang Sanghavi, MD,an intensivist and medical director of the medical intensive care unit at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville,Florida, took time to answer questions patients might have about long-term symptoms. 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: Why do some patients develop 'long Covid'—and others don't? Here are 5 top theories. Author(s): Julia Belluz Publisher or Source: The Daily Briefing Type of Media: Magazine Article Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians,General Public,General Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States of America (the) Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: Yes Description: Research suggests that as many as 10% of Covid-19 patients suffer long-term symptoms, a phenomenon that remains poorly understood by researchers. Reporting for Vox, Julia Belluz outlines five leading hypotheses to explain so-called "long Covid." 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: Long Covid can last at least seven months and come in four types that ‘hit brain and body’, study finds Author(s): Tom Bawden Publisher or Source: iNews 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: Long Covid can last at least seven months and may come in up to four types that hit every part of the brain and body, according to a major study. The condition, which affects some people who are infected with Covid-19, can afflict people of all ages and backgrounds as well as those whose symptoms are initially quite mild. It may even arise in people who had no symptoms with their original infection, although that is still unclear. In other cases, people who have been put into intensive care by Covid may well experience little to no lingering effects, according to the analysis, by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR). 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: Laboratory Tests and X-ray Imaging in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit: Checking the Checklist Author(s): Brian K. Yorkgitis, DO; Jesse W. Loughlin, BS; Zachary Gandee, BS; Halla H. Bates, BA; Gerald Weinhouse, MD Publisher or Source: The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association Type of Media: Medical Journal 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: Patients in the surgical intensive care unit (ICU) frequently undergo laboratory and imaging testing. These tests can lead to iatrogenic anemia and radiation exposure. Many of these tests may be unnecessary for the management of a patient’s illness in the surgical ICU, and their ordering may be a reflex rather than in response to a clinical question. Checklists have been used in critical care to identify and address patient care strategies. 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: Intensive care: Experiences of family & friends - Support and information Author(s): Healthtalk Publisher or Source: Healthtalk Type of Media: One-Pager Media Originally for: Former ICU Patients, Former ICU Patients' Family Members, Friends or Caregivers, General Public Country of Origin: United Kingdom Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: Here people talk about the support they received when someone close to them was discharged from hospital after being critically ill in an intensive care unit (ICU). 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: NEUROLOGIC COMPLICATIONS OF CRITICAL CARE Author(s): Kramer, C. Publisher or Source: The American Academy of Neurology Institute Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: General Medical Professionals Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) COVID-19 Related: No Description: Significant improvements have been made with regard to mortality in patients with sepsis and critical illness over the last decade. However, this success is mitigated by the fact that 60-80 % of critically ill patients will become delirious during their hospital stay1, 50-70% will suffer cognitive impairment after discharge,2 and 60-80% will have physical disability due to ICU acquired weakness3. Furthermore, survivors of critical illness are five times more likely to develop depression4 after discharge and up to 25% will experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)5. 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: Regimen Introduced to Prevent Devastating Syndrome Linked to ICU Author(s): Greg Breining Publisher or Source: Association of American Medical Colleges Type of Media: Newspaper Article Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians, Former ICU Patients, Former ICU Patients' Family Members, Friends or Caregivers, 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: More than 5.7 million Americans are admitted to an ICU each year, and at least half who survive treatment will suffer long-term disorders that were acquired or exacerbated by a combination of their initial illness and the treatment they received in an ICU. The symptoms can include debilitating muscle weakness, mobility problems, cognitive decline, and psychological problems. Both critical illness myopathy and lack of mental acuity can prolong the recovery process. 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: Early Rehabilitation in the Intensive Care Unit: Preventing Impairment of Physical and Mental Health Author(s): Ann M. Parket, Thiti Sricharoenchai & Dale M. Needham Publisher or Source: Current Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Reports Type of Media: Medical Journal Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians Country of Origin: United States Primary Focus of Media: Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) COVID-19 Related: No Description: Survivors of critical illness often experience new or worsening impairments of physical, cognitive, and/or mental health, referred to as Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS). Such impairments can be long-lasting and negatively affect survivors’ quality of life. Early rehabilitation in the intensive care unit (ICU), while patients remain on life-support therapy, may reduce the complications associated with PICS. This article addresses evidence-based rehabilitation interventions to reduce the physical and mental health impairments associated with PICS. Implementation of effective early rehabilitation interventions targeting physical impairment requires consideration of five factors: barriers, benefits, feasibility, safety, and resources. Mental health impairments may be addressed by use of the following interventions: use of ICU diaries, early in-ICU psychological interventions, and post-ICU coping skills training. In both cases, a multidisciplinary team-based approach is paramount to successful incorporation of early rehabilitation into routine practice in the ICU. 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 Critical-Care Pain Observation Tool (CPOT) Author(s): Céline Gélinas, N, PhD Publisher or Source: Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction, and Survivorship (CIBS) Center Type of Media: Medical Professional Education Media Originally for: Critical Care Physicians, Nurses and/or Other Critical Care Medical Professionals Country of Origin: Canada Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: The CPOT includes evaluation of four different behaviors (facial expressions, body movements, muscle tension, and compliance with the ventilator for mechanically ventilated patients or vocalization for nonintubated patients) rated on a scale of zero to two with a total score ranging from 0 to 8. The CPOT is feasible, easy to complete, and simple to understand. 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: Vanderbilt ICU Communication Board Author(s): Sarah Tiggelaar, M.D. and E. Wes Ely, M.D., MPH Publisher or Source: Mayer-Johnson LLC Type of Media: Brochure 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: The communication board helps the ICU patient to communication with the care giver. 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: Five-year survival, quality of life, and individual costs of 303 consecutive medical intensive care patients Author(s): J Graf, J Wagner, C Graf, K Koch, P Hanrath1, U Janssens Publisher or Source: Critical Care 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: Germany Primary Focus of Media: Pre-Use of PICS Designation COVID-19 Related: No Description: Cost considerations may influence therapeutic reasoning and decisions in the intensive care unit (ICU). To date only very few data illuminating the association of costs and consequences (i.e. outcomes) of critical care services are available. In this study, the long-term outcome, health-related quality of life (HRQL), and ICU and hospital costs of medical ICU patients were assessed. 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.