Intensive care units may create fears, disorientation, and sensory deprivation among children and families. To minimize these effects, occupational therapists may help by:

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Occupational therapists can help minimize the negative effects of ICU stays for children and families by establishing a routine for the child and providing purposeful activities to facilitate cognitive, psychosocial, and motor functions. This can help alleviate feelings of fear and disorientation, and improve overall quality of life during the hospital stay. While the other options may also be important for a child's care in the ICU, they do not specifically address the concerns regarding fears, disorientation, and sensory deprivation.

Intensive Care Units May Create Fears, Disorientation, and Sensory Deprivation