Date of Award
Spring 2020
Document Type
Project – Full Written
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Committee Chair
Gayle Casterline
Abstract
There continues to be an unknown factor in knowing true patient and family satisfaction within the intensive care unit (ICU) setting. Current literature reveals surveys used to measure patient satisfaction do not pertain to the ICU setting. Patients often do not remember the ICU stay due to critical illness and are unable to actively participate with care. Families act as surrogates, are included in patient care, and collaborate with nursing and medical teams to help make care decisions. Families are integral in the patient care process and are vital members of the health care team. Even though families are included with patient care, there is currently no valid tool being used to survey patients and families in order to capture satisfaction and make necessary patient care improvements.
Recommended Citation
Burnette, Jami, "Assessment of Intensive Care Family Satisfaction" (2020). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. 1.
https://digitalcommons.gardner-webb.edu/nursing-dnp/1