Journey to the silent ICU - Combating the growing problem of alarm fatigue
The ICU can be a noisy, stressful and intimidating place for clinical staff, patients and families with potentially hundreds of alarms per bed per day. The growing problem of alarm fatigue can severely impact clinician effectiveness and places patients at risk of sleep deprivation and delirium. Can technology help to provide a better work environment and improve patient experience, without compromising outcomes?