Noise in the intensive care unit and its influence on sleep quality: a multicenter observational study in Dutch intensive care units.

Background: High noise levels in the intensive care unit (ICU) are a well-known problem. Little is known about the effect of noise on sleep quality in ICU patients. The study aim is to determine the effect of noise on subjective sleep quality.

Telemedicine in a Dutch intensive care unit: A descriptive study of the first results.

Introduction: Tele-intensive care (teleIC) can be used to increase the level of care in the intensive care unit (ICU) with the tele-intensivist being at a remote site. In this study we describe the implementation and outcomes, including patient and family satisfaction, of the first Dutch teleIC.

Methods: In a retrospective analysis the patient characteristics are described with a focus on patient outcomes and patient and family satisfaction.