When to Call a TIM?
situations - Supporting families through impossible decisions Personal Impact Situations - Any event that leaves you feeling shaken or overwhelmed - Moral distress from ethical conflicts - Times when you question your decisions or competence - Situations that remind you of personal experiences
What is the TIM Tool?
Call a TIM whenever you or colleagues might be struggling after: Distressing Patient Events - Unexpected patient deaths or unsuccessful resuscitations - Difficult end-of-life situations or treatment withdrawals - Traumatic clinical scenarios or prolonged emergencies Challenging Family Interactions - Delivering devastating news or difficult conversations - Family conflicts during emotionally charged
The TIM Tool is a wellbeing support framework developed by the Intensive Care Society UK to help healthcare professionals after distressing clinical events. Launched in ESHT Critical Care on November 6th, 2023, it prioritizes staff wellbeing and provides essential support when we need it most.
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