Another study, published in Intensive Care Medicine in 2009, found that ICU survivors often suffer from delusions, including hallucinations and nightmares. A study published in May 2015 found that leaving the ICU can be just the beginning of a long and distressing journey. Ideally, ICU diaries should be written by the primary caregiver, such as the ICU nurse. —Justin A. Gopaldas, consultant, critical care medicine, at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru. “ICU-related PTSD is very real,” says Justin Aryabhat Gopaldas, consultant, critical care medicine, at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru.

Source: Mint May 30, 2016 14:37 UTC