Table 5 Performance frequency of measures of palliative care structures in the ICU
|  |  | Total (n = 2)* |
|---|---|---|
| Â | Indicators | % |
Structure | Â | |
16 | Use of standardized pain measurement scales | 100.0% |
17 | Use of standardized dyspnea measurement scales | 0.0% |
18 | Use of standardized thirst measurement scales | 0.0% |
19 | End-of-life-specific symptom management care protocols or order sets | 0.0% |
20 | Access to a palliative care team when pain and other physical symptoms are difficult to control | 100.0% |
21 | Access to a specialized psychiatric team in presence of delirium, anxiety, or other difficult-to-control psychiatric symptoms | 100.0% |
22 | A policy that allows for flexible visitation opportunities in accordance with the family's wishes | 100.0% |
23 | Rooms with privacy for discussions between health care providers and family members | 100.0% |
24 | A system to provide mental health care to patients and their families | 100.0% |
25 | Leaflet for family members, including information on orientation to the ICU environment and delirium care | 100.0% |
26 | A "Critical Care Mediator for Inpatients" is in place | 0.0% |
27 | Regular opportunities for ICU staff to reflect on their end-of-life care experiences to support their emotional well-being | 100.0% |
28 | Access to palliative care specialists and other professionals to discuss ethical issues related to treatment | 100.0% |