Table 2.
Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, or Posttraumatic Stress at Baseline and Follow up
| Psychological Symptomsa | Baselineb | Follow-upb |
|---|---|---|
| Depression | 6 (33) | 4 (13) |
| Anxiety | 15 (65) | 9 (29) |
| Posttraumatic stress | 14 (36) | 12 (39) |
| Total | 26 (65) | 15 (48) |
Values are No. (%). HADS = Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale; PCL-C = Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist-Civilian Version.
a
Psychological symptoms were assessed using the HADS and the PCL-C. Scores on HADS ≥ 8 indicate clinical symptoms. PCL-C scores ≥ 31 indicate acute or posttraumatic stress.
b
Baseline symptoms were assessed at time of ICU interview. Follow-up symptoms were assessed approximately 90 d after initial interview.