Patient–and Family–Centered Care

Abstract

While short–term vital prognosis of patients undergoing intensive care has improved in recent years, issues such as PICS (Post intensive care syndrome), adjustment of the care environment, and relationships among medical staff, patients, and their families are coming to light. “Patient–and Family–Centered Care” was positioned to handle content relating to the mental state of patients and their families, and the care environment and decision–making support in the ICU. CQ20–1: What are methods for providing information regarding PICS and PICS–F to patients and their families？ CQ20–2: Should ICU diaries be kept by patients with sepsis or those undergoing intensive care？ CQ20–3: Should physical restraints be avoided during intensive care？ CQ20–4: Should ventilation support or non–pharmacological sleep management be provided for sleep care？ CQ20–5: Should family visiting restrictions be relaxed for the ICU？ CQ20–6: What are methods for supporting decision–making which respects the value systems and ways of thinking in the patient？ There are some with poor levels of evidence; however, these are extremely important areas that can improve the quality of future sepsis treatment and intensive care.