A pilot survey of ventilated cancer patients' perspectives and recollections of early mobility in the intensive care unit.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To determine the level of recall, satisfaction, and perceived benefits of early mobility (EM) among ventilated cancer patients after extubation in the intensive care unit (ICU).

Methods

A survey of patients' perceptions and recollections of EM was administered within 72 h of extubation. Data on recall of EM participation, activities achieved, adequacy of staffing and rest periods, strength to participate, activity level of difficulty, satisfaction with staff instructions, breathing management, and overall rating of the experience were analyzed. The Confusion Assessment Method for ICU (CAM-ICU) was used for delirium screening.

Results

Fifty-four patients comprised the study group. Nearly 90% reported satisfaction with instructions, staffing, rest periods, and b

SUBMITTER: Hsu SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7223790 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature