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Healthcare workers' experiences of patient safety in the intensive care unit during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multicentre qualitative study.
July 12, 2023
Berggren K, Ekstedt M, Joelsson‐Alm E, et al. J Clin Nurs. 2023;32((19-20):7372-7381.
Intensive care units (ICU) experienced extensive, rapid reorganization at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. This qualitative study of ICU personnel uncovered multiple ways they experienced decreases in patient safety during the initial reorganization. They reported the unfortunate necessity of "cutting safety corners," poorly adapted temporary ICUs, and feelings of increased personal responsibility due to changes in skill mix. Participants reported the care provided was safe, but of lower quality than was typical.
