Commentary about: Enhancing ICU Care with Nurse-Written Diaries

Nurs Crit Care. 2025 Jul;30(4):e70069. doi: 10.1111/nicc.70069.

Abstract

This commentary addresses the article "Enhancing ICU Care with Nurse-Written Diaries" by Bosco et al., published in Nursing in Critical Care. It explores the qualitative research findings on the impact of nurse-written ICU diaries on nursing practice and patient communication. The commentary emphasizes the potential benefits of ICU diaries in alleviating psychological distress and improving patient experiences. However, it also highlights the need for further research, particularly in non-Western contexts like China, where the implementation of such interventions is still in it's infancy. The commentary calls for a structured training program for nurses, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the inclusion of diverse cultural perspectives to enhance the effectiveness of ICU diaries in patient care.

MeSH terms

  • China
  • Communication
  • Critical Care Nursing*
  • Critical Care*
  • Diaries as Topic*
  • Humans
  • Intensive Care Units*
  • Nurse-Patient Relations
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital* / psychology
  • Qualitative Research