Anticipatory guidance for parents following paediatric intensive care: a scoping review and environmental scan of recovery-focused resources

Anticipatory guidance following PICU discharge must move beyond information provision toward capacity building that supports parents to apply, evaluate, and act on information. Embedding health literacy principles - plain language, readability testing, co-design, and cultural responsiveness - into resource development is critical to ensure accessibility and equity. Clinician education and integration into routine workflows are equally important to optimise resource impact. A universal precautions approach offers a practical strategy for health services to ensure all families, regardless of literacy level, receive clear, actionable, and supportive guidance.