Ethical considerations for the nursing care of transgender patients in the intensive care unit

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Dainton, M., Gilmore, J. and Mcevoy, N. 2024. Ethical considerations for the nursing care of transgender patients in the intensive care unit. Nursing In Critical Care. https://doi.org/10.1111/nicc.13048
AuthorsDainton, M., Gilmore, J. and Mcevoy, N.
Abstract

There is more discussion than ever surrounding the health and care needs of Transgender communities. However, there is limited research on the care of Transgender patients in the Intensive Care Unit which can contribute to knowledge gaps, inconsistencies and uncertainties surrounding health care practices. This article is not intended to address all of the specific needs of Transgender patients in ICU, but to explore the ethical considerations for caring for a Transgender woman in the ICU. In doing so, this article will explore some specific considerations around gender affirming care, challenging discrimination, physiological changes, and systems change to enhance care

KeywordsAdult intensive care; Ethical issues in practice; Transgender health
Year2024
JournalNursing In Critical Care
PublisherWiley
ISSN1362-1017
1478-5153
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1111/nicc.13048
Official URLhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/nicc.13048
Publication dates
Online21 Feb 2024
Publication process dates
Accepted02 Feb 2024
Deposited21 Feb 2024
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Open
Output statusPublished
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