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Intensive Care Unit

We work in partnership with the ICU team offering pychological support services to ICU patients, relatives/friends and staff.

About our Service

Location

Within the ICU or on the general wards
Follow up services for patients post-ICU in conjunction with the ICU Outreach Team

Referral Criteria

The following symptoms following an ICU admission - Low mood, anxiety, fear or panic states.  hallucinations, delusional experiences on ICU, bereavement, amnesia/fragmented memories

Referral Pathway

Inpatient referrals and referrals for relatives are accepted from ICU staff and hospital consultants.  Outpatient referrals can be accepted from GPs

Additional Information

All patients will  be assessed as to the nature of the psychological problem and the need for intervention.  Specific interventions will be tailored to the needs of the person.  Examples of interventions include: debriefing, Cognitive Behavoural Therapy, depression, PTSD, grief and loss issues

Contact Details

Psychology Department, St Lukes Hospital, Tel 365176
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