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Early Mobilization of Mechanically Ventilated Patients

2016; Elsevier BV; Volume: 28; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/j.cnc.2016.07.002

1558-3481

Pam Hruska,

Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units

Critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation are least likely to be mobilized and, as a result, are at-risk for prolonged complications from weakness. The use of bed rest and sedation when caring for mechanically ventilated patients is likely shaped by historical practice; however, this review demonstrates early mobilization, with little to no sedation, is possible and safe. Assessing readiness for mobilization in context of progressing patients from passive to active activities can lead to long-term benefits and has been achievable with resource-efficient implementations and team work.