Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This commentary addresses the article "Enhancing ICU Care with Nurse-Written Diaries" by Bosco et al., published in Nursing in Critical Care. It explores the qualitative research findings on the impact of nurse-written ICU diaries on nursing practice and patient communication. The commentary emphasizes the potential benefits of ICU diaries in alleviating psychological distress and improving patient experiences. However, it also highlights the need for further research, particularly in non-Western contexts like China, where the implementation of such interventions is still in it's infancy. The commentary calls for a structured training program for nurses, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the inclusion of diverse cultural perspectives to enhance the effectiveness of ICU diaries in patient care.
Source: Nursing in Critical Care
DOI: 10.1111/nicc.70069
Authors: Huaxia Deng, Yuanyan Bai
Institution: Sichuan University
Language: English
Subfield: Radiological and Ultrasound Technology
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4411131908