This study aimed to explore early mobilization practices in the adult ICUs in Jordan and identify common strategies employed by healthcare professionals.
An observational, cross-sectional survey was conducted among healthcare professionals working in various ICUs across Jordan. A structured online questionnaire assessed demographics, early mobilization practices, patient selection criteria, and perceived barriers to implementation. Descriptive statistics and appropriate inferential tests were utilized for data analysis.
A total of 200 surveys were completed, primarily from physiotherapists (34.5%) and nurses (21%). The most common early mobilization strategies reported were active mobilization (90.5%) and passive mobilization (85.0%). Most professionals engaged in early mobilization alongside secretion drainage activities. However, a significant proportion lacked established protocols for implementation. Respiratory stability was the most frequently cited criterion for determining patient eligibility for early mobilization.
Early mobilization is recognized among healthcare professionals in Jordan as an essential practice in ICUs. However, variations in implementation and a lack of standardized protocols highlight the need for enhanced guidelines and training. Addressing barriers to mobilization, particularly for at-risk patient populations, will be vital for improving outcomes in critically ill patients.
The current study provided information about early mobilization practices for the critically ill adults in the intensive care units across various types of hospitals in Jordan.
The recognition of early mobilization as a critical intervention underscores the importance for healthcare settings to develop and implement standardized protocols to guide healthcare professionals in mobilizing critically ill patients
Barriers to early mobilization should be further explored and addressed.
Early mobilization
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