Identifying barriers to delivering the ABCDE bundle to minimize adverse outcomes for mechanically ventilated patients

Identifying barriers to delivering the ABCDE bundle to minimize adverse outcomes for mechanically ventilated patients

Improved outcomes are associated with the Awakening, Breathing Coordination, Delirium and Early mobility/exercise (ABCDE) bundle; however, implementation issues are common. As yet, no study has integrated the barriers to... read more

Promoting Mobility and Preventing Falls in the Hospital

Promoting Mobility and Preventing Falls in the Hospital

When older adults are hospitalized, there is an inherent tension between preventing falls and promoting mobility. In response to public and professional attention to medical errors, federal policy and, in turn, hospital culture... read more

Factors influencing physical activity and rehabilitation in survivors of critical illness

Factors influencing physical activity and rehabilitation in survivors of critical illness

Eighty-nine papers were included. Five major themes and 28 sub-themes were identiļ¬ed, encompassing: (1) patient physical and psychological capability to perform physical activity, including delirium, sedation, illness severity,... read more