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Table 4 Performance objectives of the nursing staff

From: Using an intervention mapping approach to develop a discharge protocol for intensive care patients

Performance objectives

Person-centered care

 1a

Tailor aftercare to the person’s needs and preferences

 1b

Present a hospitable attitude

 1c

Listen to the concerns of the patients and their relatives

 1d

Involve the relatives in the discharge process

Integrated care

 2a

Improve discharge-planning in the ICU

 2b

Coordinate non-technical aspects of patient care between ICU and general ward nurses

 2c

Provide information on the Post Intensive Care Syndrome to the patient

Discharge communication

 3a

Prepare the ICU patient and/or relatives for discharge according the protocol

 3b

Use both oral and written material in preparation for discharge

 3c

Use clear language in information exchange to patients, relatives and general ward nurses