Hospitals with Intensive Care Units
What information should relatives regularly request for a patient in intensive care?
Answer:
- Daily clinical goals: ventilator, circulatory support, sedation plan
- Neurological status: level of consciousness, pupil examination, GCS (Glasgow Coma Scale) or similar scales
- Infection indicators and the rationale for antibiotics
- Nutrition, mobilization, and rehabilitation plan
- If referral/transfer is needed: a continuous care plan during transport