Ryan has just been unexpectedly admitted to the intensive care unit following abdominal surgery. The nursing staff has completed the admission process and Ryan's condition is beginning to stabilize. When speaking with the parents, the nurses should expect which of the following stressors to be evident on the family: (Select all that apply.)

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Families of ICU patients often experience stress due to the unfamiliar environment of the ICU, strange smells that are not present in the usual care settings, and inadequate knowledge about the patient's condition and the routine in the ICU. These factors contribute to the anxiety and stress family members feel during a loved one's critical illness.

Ryan Has Just Been Unexpectedly Admitted to the Intensive Care