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ReviewMedizinische Klinik, Intensivmedizin und Notfallmedizin2026

[A ritual for humanity in intensive care units : A moment of silence and its possible effects].

Theresa Meyer-Natus

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Review in Medizinische Klinik, Intensivmedizin und Notfallmedizin, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Theresa Meyer-NatusProfessur für Spiritual Care und psychosomatische Gesundheit, Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychosomatische Medizin und Psychotherapie, Technische Universität München (TUM) Klinikum rechts der Isar, 81675, München, Deutschland. theresa.meyer-natus@tum.de.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Dealing with dying and death is an integral part of working in an intensive care unit, yet time pressure and workload often leave little room for emotional processing. A shared moment of silence offers intensive care staff the opportunity to pause after a patient's death, to uphold dignity, and to foster team reflection. This article explores the origin and significance of the ritual, summarizes the current evidence, and provides practical recommendations for its implementation-including appropriate language, involvement of relatives, framework conditions, and evaluation. The moment of silence does not replace structural support measures (e.g., supervision or ethical consultations) but can serve as a meaningful complement to them.

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Ceremonial BehaviorCritical CareIntensive Care UnitsTerminal CareAttitude to DeathCognitive ReflectionHumansRight to DieSpiritualityCognitive reflectionDeathDignityIntensive care unitsSpirituality

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