A Nursing Care Model for Surge Capacity Management in Intensive Care Units During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Experience From Qatif Central Hospital, Saudi Arabia.
| Autor: | Al Bazroun MI; Nursing Professional Development, Qatif Health Network, Qatif, SAU., Almahrouq A; Nursing Affairs, Qatif Health Network, Qatif, SAU. |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Zdroj: | Cureus [Cureus] 2023 Nov 02; Vol. 15 (11), pp. e48193. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Nov 02 (Print Publication: 2023). |
| DOI: | 10.7759/cureus.48193 |
| Abstrakt: | Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a surge of critically ill patients requiring intensive care. This posed challenges for healthcare systems in managing increased ICU bed demands with limited resources. Methods A retrospective qualitative review of institutional documents and plans was conducted. Key strategies related to ICU bed expansion, nursing staff classification and training, clinical supervision, and performance evaluation were analyzed. Results Qatif Central Hospital increased ICU beds from 20 to 50 by converting other clinical areas. Nursing staff were categorized based on critical care experience, and additional training was provided to non-ICU nurses. A preceptor-led nursing care model with staff responsibilities was implemented. Periodic evaluations ensured continued competence. Conclusion The nursing care model at Qatif Central Hospital effectively facilitated ICU surge capacity while maintaining care quality. The model offers a viable framework for other healthcare institutions facing similar challenges. However, the study is limited by its retrospective design and focus on a single institution. Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist. (Copyright © 2023, Al Bazroun et al.) |
| Databáze: | MEDLINE |
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