Quality of Life and Stress Levels in Patients under Home Mechanical Ventilation: What Can We Do to Improve Functioning Patients at Home? A Survey Study.

Background: Home mechanical ventilation (HMV) is becoming more widely available in many countries.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to measure the health-related quality of life and stress levels of patients ventilated mechanically at home. The relation between quality of life and stress levels was investigated including multiple regression analysis.

Stress coping styles among anaesthesiology and intensive care unit personnel - links to the work environment and personal characteristics: a multicentre survey study.

Background: High levels of stress among anaesthesiology and intensive care unit workers are commonly reported. Personnel in these units are prone to stress because of specific characteristics of their work. Their development of skills to cope with stress may affect their psychophysical condition and, consequently, patient safety.

Stress prevalence and stressors among anaesthesiology and intensive care unit workers: A multicentre survey study.

Background: High stress levels have been commonly reported among ICU workers. Currently, anaesthesiology is safer for the patient but more stressful for the staff working in this branch of medicine. ICU and anaesthesiology personnel are prone to stress because of the specific character of their work.