Every ICU tells a story. Behind every patient is a person with individual needs, a family seeking reassurance, and healthcare professionals striving to provide the best possible care. Humanizing intensive care means recognizing these human needs alongside clinical priorities. Inspired by Proyecto HU-CI in Spain, our team embarked on a journey to implement humanized care in an Iranian intensive care unit. This project formed the basis of my master's thesis ...

The aim of follow-up and support programs for critically ill patients who suffer from post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) is the repair of the sequelae that appear as a consequence of their stay in an intensive care unit (ICU), whether physical, psychological, or cognitive. Ultimately, what is intended is the recovery of the quality of life lost as a result of the critical process and the ICU stay. But what makes ...