Aims The aim of this study was to perform a concept analysis of communication with
mechanically ventilated patients in intensive care units and present a preliminary model for …

Purpose Ineffective communication during mechanical ventilation (MV) and critical illness is
distressing to many patients. This study aimed to describe the scope of communication …

Introduction: Recent research has highlighted the need to improve communication with
mechanically ventilated patients. There are a number of studies currently evaluating the …

Background Mechanical ventilation is a necessary procedure for patients with a range of
illnesses and conditions. Mechanical ventilation affects voice production, leaving patients …

Aim To conduct a review summarizing evidence concerning communication with
mechanically ventilated patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Background ICU patients …

Background Patients in intensive care units are generally more conscious and alert when
they are on mechanical ventilation than in previous years because of the many potential …

Background Nurse-patient communication in intensive care units is challenged by the fact
that patients are voiceless due to intubation and mechanical ventilation. Difficult …

Background Mechanically ventilated patients in intensive care units may experience
communication challenges owing to intubation, which affects nurse–patient communication …

Background: Communication in the intensive care setting (ICS) is critical for both the patient
and the medical staff to provide efficient care and thus alleviate possible patient adverse …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate ICU health care providers' perception
towards communication and associated problems with mechanically ventilated (MV) …