| 英文摘要 |
This study examined the nursing experience of caring for a 57-year-old male who developed respiratory failure due to severe influenza complications, subsequently requiring mechanical ventilation. The unfamiliar ICU environment and the use of sedatives and analgesic medications contributed to the onset of delirium. The nursing period was from April 22, 2023, to May 2, 2023. Based on physical assessments, direct observation, care interventions, interviews, and data collection using Gordon’s 11 Functional Health Patterns, the following health problems were identified: ineffective airway clearance related to influenza and accumulated secretions impairing effective coughing, which was managed through chest physiotherapy and deep breathing and coughing techniques to promote secretion clearance and reduce pulmonary infiltration; acute confusion related to sedation, analgesia, and the unfamiliar ICU environment, which was addressed using the ABCDEF bundle, leading to delirium improvement and restored consciousness; and anxiety related to uncertainty about the illness, economic concerns, and future work, which was alleviated via educational videos explaining disease progression and prognosis, consequently helping the patient develop a positive outlook. The patient was successfully weaned off the ventilator on May 1, and discharged on May 7. For ICU patients in windowless rooms, it is recommended to install simulated lighting strips and surround sound systems that mimic outdoor light and sound changes to mitigate day-night reversal and reduce delirium. This care experience serves as a reference for clinical nursing staff managing similar cases in the future. |