Interprofessional team collaboration and work environment health in 68 US intensive care units.

Brenda T. Pun; Jin Jun; Alai Tan; Diane Byrum; Lorraine C. Mion; Eduard E. Vasilevskis; E. Wesley Ely; Michele Balas

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Interprofessional team collaboration and work environment health in 68 US intensive care units.

November 30, 2022

Pun BT, Jun J, Tan A, et al. Am J Crit Care. 2022;31(6):443-451.

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Team collaboration is an essential part of ensuring patient safety in acute care settings. This survey of care team members (including nurses, physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation therapists) assessed teamwork and collaboration across 68 intensive care units (ICUs). Teamwork and work environment were rated favorably but care coordination and meaningful recognition were rated least favorably.

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