CLEAN : Head of an ICU at Stockholm hospital discusses work during the pandemic

The transcript discusses the challenges faced during the pandemic, including the need to increase ICU capacity and adapt to new medical technologies. It highlights the stress experienced by the team, especially after hearing about the situation in Italy. Despite the exhaustion, the team managed to adjust and continue their efforts, emphasizing the importance of rest and teamwork.

What was one of the major changes made in response to the pandemic?

• Decreasing the number of healthcare workers

• Eliminating the use of medical technology

• Increasing the number of ICU beds

• Reducing the number of ICU beds

How did the team benefit from the time before patients arrived?

• They were able to relax and take a break

• They ignored the alarms from other countries

• They had time to adjust and prepare

• They reduced the number of staff

What was a significant source of stress for the team?

• The alarms from Italy

• The lack of medical supplies

• The abundance of healthcare workers

• The decrease in patient numbers

Who has been required to work at their maximum capacity during the pandemic?

• Only the patients

• Everyone, from coworkers to leaders

• Only the medical staff

• Only the directors

What is needed to maintain the quality of work during the pandemic?

• More patients

• Increased stress

• Adequate rest

• Fewer resources