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Mobilisation
Early mobilisation in critically ill patients can improve outcomes during and after critical care. However, it requires a coordinated effort from the multidisciplinary critical care team. Effective early mobilisation strategies in the ICU require a structured and individualised approach, ensuring safety and maximising benefits for critically ill...
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Mobilisation Matters: Strategies for Efficient Patient Care
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome encompasses long-term physical, cognitive, and mental impairments, impacting patients' quality of life. Early mobilisation is known to improve functionality. However, clinical practice often falls short of guidelines due to barriers like haemodynamic and respiratory instability, staff shortages, and knowledge gaps....
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Early Mobilisation - When Evidence Comes to Single Patients
Early mobilisation within 72 hours of ICU admission mitigates risks including reduced functionality and cognitive decline in critically ill patients, improving outcomes such as mobility and quality of life. Overcoming barriers through flexible staffing, protocols, and personalised care strategies is essential to humanising critical care in daily...
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Early Mobilisation, Delirium Prevention and Long-Term Cognitive Function
Early mobilisation showed promising positive effects in preventing and shortening delirium and improving long-term cognitive function. Further research is required to confirm its benefits and to identify the best protocol. Introduction In recent years, an increasing demand for critical care services (and Intensive Care Unit (ICU)...
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Early Mobilisation: Just a Fad?
A review of recent evidence on early mobilisation and rehabilitation and what remains to be defined. Introduction Critical illnesses encompass a broad spectrum of pathologies that require support for different organs. This often leads to prolonged bed rest and secondary immobilisation, which ultimately fosters the development of...
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Early Mobilisation: Movements, Barriers and Complications
Early mobilisation includes several progressive kinds of movements. Many barriers and safety concerns must be addressed to allow a smooth and effective introduction of this procedure in the ICU daily practice. Introduction Early mobilisation is recommended as part of a multi-component, nonpharmacological strategy to improve physical,...
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Early Mobilisation in Critical Care: Beyond Traditional Limits
Early mobilisation in critical care significantly improves outcomes in critically ill patients. Overcoming boundaries requires a proactive approach, training, research and multidisciplinary collaboration. Introduction Early mobilisation in the critically ill patient is essential to mitigate the adverse consequences of bed rest and...
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The ABCs of Physical Therapy for Solid Organ Transplant Patients
Physical therapy is essential for improving outcomes and quality of life in solid organ transplant patients. This paper outlines the fundamental principles ("ABCs") of physical therapy, focusing on evidence-based practices and pre- and post-transplant care to guide healthcare professionals in optimising recovery. Introduction...
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Upcoming Events/Congresses
For a full listing of events, please visit https://iii.hm/icuevents2024 OCTOBER 1-2 Anaesthesia & Critical Care 2024 London, UK https://iii.hm/1rq5 2-4
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ESICM Webinar – Cardiovascular Management After Surgery
In a webinar at the ESICM Congress, Dr Aretha and Dr Garcia-Alvarez spoke about cardiovascular management after surgery. More specifically, Dr Aretha spoke about the management of post-operative atrial fibrillation, and Dr Garcia-Alvarez spoke about the importance of early application of vasopressin in septic shock patients. Management...
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