Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) refers to a range of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that can occur after a person has been discharged from an Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Every year, more than 5 million critically ill people are admitted to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in the USA. Thanks to the high-quality ICU care in our country, many of them survive their critical illness and are often able to resume their lives.
PICS can affect individuals who have experienced a critical illness and received intensive care support. The symptoms may include muscle weakness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. PICS can have a significant impact on a person's overall well-being and quality of life. It is important for healthcare providers to recognize and address PICS symptoms to provide appropriate support and rehabilitation for patients transitioning from the ICU to recovery.
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