Discharging people home editorial: Article against—Should patients be discharged directly home (DDH) from critical care?

This is the opposing view editorial to the one produced by Dr. Crossingham and argues that CCU doctors should not be discharging patients home without appropriate investment in training and support.

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Journal of the Intensive Care Society
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2026-01-14
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https://doi.org/10.1177/17511437251408629
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Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
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Discharging people home editorial: Article against—Should patients be discharged directly home (DDH) from critical care?

James A. Watts
Journal of the Intensive Care Society
Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
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Discharging people home editorial: Article against—Should patients be discharged directly home (DDH) from critical care?

James A. Watts
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Abstract

This is the opposing view editorial to the one produced by Dr. Crossingham and argues that CCU doctors should not be discharging patients home without appropriate investment in training and support.

Journal of the Intensive Care SocietyVol. 27(1)
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 91%
Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
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