Single-use materials and poorly recycled waste in intensive care: An argument for improving sustainability

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Abstract

Intensive care unit (ICU) clinical items and packaging made from plastic, paper, and other (mixed) materials have a significant environmental impact. the waste generation, effects on climate from disposal and suggestions for alternatives are presented.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)68-70
Number of pages3
JournalNursing In Critical Care
Volume30
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 16 Jan 2025

Keywords

  • waste composition
  • climate change
  • Material Practices
  • sustainability

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