Grief and Burnout in the PICU.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-2017
Identifier
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2016-4041
Abstract
Doctors and nurses who work in PICUs often deal with emotionally difficult events. These events take a toll. They can cause long-term psychological problems that, if not addressed, can impair the ability of doctors and nurses to care for patients in a competent and compassionate manner. Furthermore, effective treatment is available. But there is a paradox. To get treatment, one must acknowledge the problem. Acknowledgment of the problem may not be encouraged, or may be discouraged and stigmatized, in the intensive care culture. This article describes a case in which a physician has classic signs of overwhelming grief and burnout, and it discusses the appropriate response.
Journal Title
Pediatrics
Volume
139
Issue
5
MeSH Keywords
Burnout, Professional; Female; Grief; Humans; Intensive Care Units; Pediatricians; Physician Impairment; Stress, Psychological
Keywords
Burnout, Professional; Female; Grief; Humans; Intensive Care Units; Pediatricians; Physician Impairment; Stress, Psychological
Recommended Citation
Crowe S, Sullivant S, Miller-Smith L, Lantos JD. Grief and Burnout in the PICU. Pediatrics. 2017;139(5):e20164041. doi:10.1542/peds.2016-4041
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