Non‐Pharmacological Interventions for Cognitive Impairment After Intensive Care: A Scoping Review

The significant burden of cognitive impairment after intensive care mandates its integration into standard post-ICU clinical pathways. This requires clinicians to: (1) implement systematic screening for cognitive deficits during follow-up using brief, validated tools, (2) adopt and tailor evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions, such as cognitive rehabilitation, psychoeducation and graded physical activity, as foundational components of care, and (3) foster interdisciplinary collaboration among ICU, primary care and rehabilitation teams to ensure seamless continuity. These coordinated steps are vital to alleviate the condition's impact on patient quality of life and curtail associated healthcare costs, particularly preventable readmissions.