Developing implementation strategies for digital ICU diaries targeting ICU professionals: an implementation mapping approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Digital Intensive Care Unit (ICU) diaries can enhance the mental health of ICU survivors and their relatives by bridging memory gaps, improving understanding of ICU experiences, and providing emotional support. However, integrating digital diaries into routine ICU practice poses challenges, including privacy concerns, time constraints, and limited staff motivation. To date, no standardized implementation strategy exists. This study aimed to develop a theory-driven, stepwise implementation guide.

Methods

A methodological, iterative developmental design was employed, guided by the Implementation Mapping (IM) framework. The first four IM steps structured the process. Step 1 involved a needs assessment using prior qualitative and quantitative studies, including focus

SUBMITTER: Schol CMA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12330191 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature