Resolving conflicts in the intensive care unit
This study looks at ways to help resolve disagreements between families, patients, and medical staff in intensive care units (ICUs). Researchers will test methods to improve communication and reduce tension during stressful situations.
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Who can take part
- You are a family member of someone in the intensive care unit, OR you work as staff in an intensive care unit
- You are willing to participate in conflict mediation or communication sessions
- You speak Portuguese or English (or another language the study accommodates)
- You can commit to the study visits and follow-up conversations
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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