ICU Family Workbook for Caregivers
Author Information
Author(s): Scheunemann Leslie, Arivudainambi Aishwarrya, Isenberg Avital, Makeen Mutasim, Christensen Janelle, Donovan Heidi
Primary Institution: University of Pittsburgh
Hypothesis
No evidence-based interventions provide education and training for families experiencing critical illness to adapt to the caregiving role.
Conclusion
The ICU Family Workbook has content validity for addressing common gaps in caregiver support and is undergoing further refinement based on user testing.
Supporting Evidence
- The workbook addresses 11 common unmet needs for families of critically ill patients.
- It has a high content validity index of 0.93.
- User testing suggests the workbook is usable and acceptable to families.
Takeaway
This workbook helps families take care of themselves while caring for loved ones after a hospital stay.
Methodology
Developed a family-facing workbook based on literature and community input, then assessed content validity with a sample of caregivers and clinicians.
Limitations
The sample was a convenience sample, which may limit generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Post-ICU family caregivers, clinicians, and researchers.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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