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Terminologie a praxe paliativní péče na jednotkách intenzivní péče v České republice: výsledky studie PEOpLE‑C19
| Title in English | Palliative care terminology and practice in intensive care units in the Czech Republic: results of PEOpLE-C19 study |
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| Authors | |
| Year of publication | 2022 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Anesteziologie a intenzivní medicína |
| MU Faculty or unit | |
| Citation | |
| Web | https://www.aimjournal.cz/artkey/aim-202204-0001_palliative-care-terminology-and-practice-in-intensive-care-units-in-the-czech-republic-results-of-people-820.php |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.36290/aim.2022.032 |
| Keywords | palliative care; end-of-life care; terminology; intensive care unit |
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| Description | Study goal: Palliative care is an essential part of a complex approach to patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). This study aimed to describe palliative care practice in ICU in the Czech Republic. Study type: a cross-sectional, questionnaire study Material and methods: The inclusion criteria for study participation were nurses or physicians taking care of patients in the ICU for patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The participants could participate by filling out the electronic survey with 40 questions. The questionnaire was evaluated by descriptive statistical analysis. Results: 313 questionnaires were analyzed. Participants reported up to 15 different terms for end-of-life care, the most often being palliative care (75.1%, n=235). The supportive care, especially sedatives, was most frequently adjusted according to the patient's needs. On the other hand, as a standard approach, the parenteral (35.8%, n=112) and enteral (17.3%, n=54) nutrition were most often withdrawn. Regarding organ support, renal replacement therapy (69.7%, n=218) and vasopressors (60.4%, n=189) were often withdrawn. The most rarely withdrawn organ support was artificial ventilation (24.6%, n=77), endotracheal intubation (11.5%,n=36), and tracheostomy cannula (2.9%, n=9). The majority of respondents would appreciate further education in palliative care. Conclusion: Palliative care is an essential theme not only in the COVID-19 pandemic. The palliative care terminology and practice used in the Czech Republic are heterogeneous. There is a space for further research and education in palliative care. |
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