result of the study describe that MICU nurses used a variety of coping strategies including cognitive, affective, and behavioral techniques to cope with end-of-life care transitions. Being a MICU nurses in and of itself provided and that they were respected as professionals. Providing futile cares, the perception of “torturing the patient,” and conflict with families caused the greatest distress to staff. MICU nurses are dynamic and resourceful when responding to challenging end-of-life patient care
