Pediatrica intensiva: Art & Science of Pediatric Critical Care Post Intensive Care Syndrome in #pedsICU feat. Joseph Manning
May 30, 2022
Joseph Manning, a renowned nurse researcher from Nottingham Children's Hospital, unveils the complexities of Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) in pediatric patients. He discusses the critical need for family involvement in recovery and long-term care. Manning highlights the importance of integrating rehabilitation into pediatric ICU care and adapting the PICS framework for better outcomes. Personal stories illustrate the journey from survival to enhancing quality of life, emphasizing effective communication in navigating post-ICU challenges.
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Understanding PICS-P
- Post intensive care syndrome (PICS) includes physical, cognitive, emotional, and social problems after PICU.
- Infectious diseases like COVID increased awareness but these outcomes existed long before.
Inspiring Patient Story
- Joseph Manning was inspired by a meningococcal sepsis survivor thriving despite catastrophic injuries.
- This personal patient story sparked his research into post-intensive care syndrome in pediatrics.
Survivorship Matters Most
- Survivorship, not mortality, is the most meaningful outcome for families once survival is assured.
- This realization shifts research focus towards quality of life and functional outcomes.