The purpose of this prospective, randomized controlled trial is to investigate if mechanically ventilated patients who are treated with a Light Scheduling Algorithm with high circadian effective irradiances are better able to preserve and induce physiological melatonin rhythms compared to patients who are treated with an application of lower irradiances. The investigators will further evaluate the impact on delirium prevalence, stress level and general outcome parameters.
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Change in serum melatonin concentration
Timeframe: Plasma melatonin levels will be assessed for a maximum of five 24-hour periods. Blood samples will be collected every 4 hours within each series of measurements. (6am, 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm, 2am, 6am).