ICU ethics huddles aim to give nurses a voice in Life-or-Death choices

NCT ID NCT05722431

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether holding regular, structured team meetings about ethics in the intensive care unit (ICU) helps nurses feel more included in decisions to limit or stop life support. Researchers measured changes in nurses' perception of the decision-making climate, their well-being, and job frustration. The study included 450 patients and was completed at a single hospital in France.

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  • Trauma and surgical intensive care unit, Tours University Hospital

    Tours, 37000, France

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