ArticleIntensive & critical care nursing2023
Family support in intensive care units during COVID-19 visit ban: A multinational Delphi Study during first COVID-19 wave.
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6 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Effects of digital communication tools on patients, family members and health care professionals in adult ICUs: a mixed-methods systematic review.Critical care (London, England) · 2026Pooled it
- What Is Known About Family-Inclusive Inpatient Care From Patient and Family Perspectives? An Integrative Review.Journal of advanced nursing · 2025Pooled it
- Care without co-presence: Crafting alternative modes of involvement in UK intensive care in times of COVID-19.Medical anthropology quarterly · 2026Article
- Coping in times of disruption and deprivation-Experiences of family members during COVID-19 patients' critical illness: A qualitative study.Nursing open · 2023Article
- Family member perspectives on intensive care unit in-person visiting restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study.Intensive & critical care nursing · 2023Article
- Association Between Family Support and Coping Strategies of People With Covid-19: A Cross-Sectional Study.Psychology research and behavior management · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectivesThis study assessed opinions and experiences of healthcare professionals, former patients and family members during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and focuses on challenges in family-centred care for intensive care unit patients and affected families. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY/
designA two-round modified Delphi process assessed the opinions and experiences of experts such as healthcare professionals, former patients and their families (n = 151).
settingThis study was conducted across four countries in Europe.
resultsIn total, 121 participants (response rate 80.13%) answered the first Delphi round; the second was answered by 131 participants (response rate 86.75%). Participants perceived family support in the intensive care unit as highly important during the COVID-19 pandemic. Enabling contact amongst patients, families and clinicians is regarded as essential to build hope and confidence in the treatment and the recovery process. The extraordinary situation led to the implementation of new communication structures such as video calls and websites.
conclusionA consensus was reached between healthcare professionals that virtual contact is essential for patients with COVID-19 and their families during visit restrictions. This should be done to establish confidence in the treatment.
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