ICU Guide UK-ICU Clinical Guidance

Example

For managing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), ICU Guide UK offers guidelines on the preferred ventilator settings, prone positioning schedules, and the use of neuromuscular blocking agents, based on the latest evidence and consensus.

Scenario

In a scenario where a patient with ARDS is admitted to the ICU, healthcare professionals can consult ICU Guide UK to determine the most appropriate ventilatory strategy and adjunctive therapies, ensuring the patient receives care aligned with current best practices.

Example

It provides detailed guidelines on enteral and parenteral nutrition for critically ill patients, including timing, composition, and monitoring of nutritional support.

Scenario

For a patient who cannot maintain oral intake, ICU Guide UK aids dietitians and ICU staff in developing a nutrition plan that meets the patient's energy and protein needs, optimizing their recovery and minimizing complications.

Example

The tool outlines strategies for the assessment and management of pain, the use of sedatives and analgesics, and the implementation of non-pharmacological interventions to manage delirium.

Scenario

When faced with a patient experiencing significant pain and agitation post-surgery, ICU staff can use ICU Guide UK to assess the patient's pain levels accurately and select the most appropriate sedation level, balancing the need for patient comfort with the goal of early mobilization.