SCCM Resource Library-Challenges in the ICU: Causes of Conflict and Unrealistic Expectations

Challenges in the ICU: Causes of Conflict and Unrealistic Expectations

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In this video, the speaker discusses the causes of clinician-family conflict in an ICU setting. They highlight the prevalence of such conflicts and challenge the mindset that conflict arises solely from a lack of understanding or information. The speaker presents a framework to diagnose the causes of conflict, including fact-based issues, emotion-based issues, and psychological or moral considerations. They emphasize the need to consider the perspective of both the clinician and the family when addressing conflicts. Ultimately, understanding the various causes of conflict can contribute to more effective conflict resolution in the ICU.

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Professional Development and Education, Ethics End of Life, 2023

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Type: one-hour concurrent | Dealing With Conflict, Unrealistic Demands, and Moral Distress in the ICU (SessionID 1192812)

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Professional Development and Education

Knowledge Area Ethics End of Life

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Communication

Year 2023

Keywords

clinician-family conflict

ICU setting

causes of conflict

conflict resolution

perspective

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