Mark Hudson
Mark Hudson
Humanisation in ICU: Its impacts and Benefits
Humanisation in ICU: Its impacts and Benefits
Humanisation in ICU: Its impacts and Benefits
Saturday 6th June 2020
Mark Hudson and Kate Tantam explore humanising ICU care, tackling issues like delirium and weakness through patient gardens and the Rehablegend campaign.
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Mark Hudson
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Rehablegend: Transforming ICU Care with Kate Tantam
I think covid has been a really positive thing for intensive care survivors and intensive care in the UK, because it's allowed us to talk about rehabilitation, it's allowed us to talk about recovery after intensive care, it's allowed us to talk about openly post-intensive care syndrome, and suddenly people are interested in what it's like to be an ICU survivor, and that's awesome.
What if the secret to better ICU care lies in making it more human? In this thought-provoking episode of the ICU Life and Recovery Podcast, host Mark Hudson sits down with his close friend, Kate Tantam, an ICU sister from Plymouth and the driving force behind the Rehablegend campaign. Their conversation dives into the heart of humanising ICU care, exploring how placing patients at the centre of their treatment can tackle major challenges like ICU delirium and acquired weakness.
Kate shares her innovative approach, including the creation of a patient garden known as the 'Secret Garden' in Plymouth, which has brought a breath of fresh air—literally and figuratively—to ICU rehabilitation. From outdoor therapy to animal-assisted activities, these unique methods are proving to be game-changers in patient recovery. But it's not just about the patients; Kate and Mark also discuss the critical need to support loved ones and caregivers during this intense journey.
They touch on post-intensive care syndrome and how the COVID-19 pandemic has opened up new dialogues around recovery and rehabilitation. This episode offers a candid, heartfelt look at the strides being made to make ICU care more compassionate and effective. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a former patient, or someone with a loved one in ICU, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.