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Delirium in the Intensive Care Unit by Alawi Luetz

The Intensive Care Unit is a potentially hostile environment to the vulnerable critically ill patient. In addition to the physical stress of illness, pain, sedation, interventions, and mechanical ventilation, there are psychological and psychosocial stressors perceived by these patients. 
Teresa Nauber highlights the importance of delirium prevention strategies and the need for a person-centered ICU environment.

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Quality of Hospital Care in Germany by Alawi Luetz

This TV report tries to answer the question how good quality of care is in German hospitals. It addresses the need for hospital environment concepts that support the healing process of patients. 

This report is available in German language only. 
To watch the full report, please visit ZDF:zeit.