Evolution of Caring for Dying Patients in Intensive Care Units in the United States from 1960-1980.
- Resource Type
- Academic Journal
- Authors
- Waraporn Kongsuwan; Keller, Kathryn B.; Chase, Susan K.
- Source
- International Journal for Human Caring (INT J HUM CARING), 2016; 20(1): 2-7. (6p)
- Subject
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 1091-5710
This study examines the evolution of caring for dying patients in intensive care units in the United States from 1960-1980. Historical research method was used. Data were obtained from electronic databases, journals, textbooks, and interviews of 3 intensive care nurses. The 3 major themes were: lack of formal preparation for care of the dying; increased workload and stress; and becoming more concerned about quality of end-of-life care. Nurses and healthcare professionals could use this knowledge as a source to compare and develop their future practices in care for dying patients in the intensive care units.