Pediatric post-intensive care syndrome (PICS-P): an education resource for registered nurses

Smith, Rebecca (2024) Pediatric post-intensive care syndrome (PICS-P): an education resource for registered nurses. Practicum Report. Memorial University of Newfoundland. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

Background: Research has shown that pediatric post-intensive care syndrome (PICS-p) is a common syndrome in children following discharge from a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), resulting in new or worsening functional impairments. Thus, emphasizing the need for improved education of PICU registered nurses (RNs) to enhance care and prevent PICS-p. Purpose: The aim of this practicum project was to develop a learning resource regarding PICS-p for PICU RNs to aid in a decrease and prevention of this syndrome. Methods: Three methods were utilized in the development of this resource: literature review, environmental scan, and consultations with PICU RNs, Nurse Educator, and Patient Care Coordinator. Results: The literature review accentuated that PICS-p is prevalent and negatively affects patients, families, and healthcare systems. Nursing knowledge contributes to the syndrome, however, the ABCDEF bundle can play an important role in preventing and reducing PICS-p. The environmental scan identified three themes: interventions to prevent and manage PICS-p, perspectives on PICS-p, and educational resource content. Consultations with participants found only 15% of RNs have previous knowledge of PICS-p and 54% preferred an online module as a mode of education for PICS-p learning, with 69% of respondents having never received education regarding PICS-p. Conclusions: An online educational resource manual was developed for PICU RNs to enhance their knowledge and skills regarding PICS-p, which may help reduce its occurrence and aid in its prevention.

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