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Delirium in the ICU
Delirium in the ICU
Delirium in the ICU
Saturday 24th July 2021
Discover the terrifying experiences of ICU delirium and the call for hospital redesign to reduce it in this 'All In The Mind' episode.
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Get the buttons here!Surviving Delirium: The Hidden Horror of ICU Stays
For the first time in my life, I actually understood why people gave up the will to live, because it's so overwhelming what you're dealing with and you have to fight every day to survive, and not just in ICU.
Imagine waking up in a hospital bed, surrounded by strange noises and bright lights, only to feel an overwhelming sense of fear and confusion. This episode of 'All In The Mind' delves into the unsettling world of ICU delirium, a condition that can turn an intensive care unit into a nightmare for patients. Host Lynne Malcolm speaks with experts who share their insights on this acute state of confusion, marked by terrifying hallucinations and paranoia.
Patients often believe that doctors are trying to harm them or that ghostly figures visit them at night. The episode also explores how factors like disrupted sleep and the relentless beeping of medical alarms contribute to this distressing experience. Beyond just recounting these harrowing tales, the podcast discusses the urgent need to rethink how hospitals are designed to minimize the occurrence of ICU delirium.
It's a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the emotional and mental toll of critical illness and the steps we can take to make ICU stays less traumatic.