ArticleThe South African journal of physiotherapy2025
Early mobilisation in Windhoek intensive care units: Practices, attitudes and barriers.
Article in The South African journal of physiotherapy, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.
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- Development and Validation of an Early Post-Liver Transplant Activity Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Questionnaire for Intensive Care Unit Nurses: A Multicenter Study.Annals of transplantation · 2026Article
- The Unmet Critical Care Burden at a Central Hospital in a Resource-Limited Setting: A Point Prevalence Study.World journal of surgery · 2025Article
- Early progressive ambulation in neurosurgical patients with tracheostomy: clinical application and evaluation.Frontiers in neurology · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: Early mobilisation (EM) of critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs) has gained significant attention because of its potential to improve patient outcomes. Despite the recognised benefits of EM, implementation remains inconsistent. Objectives: To describe the knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare professionals regarding EM of critically ill patients in Windhoek. Method: A descriptive, cross-sectional design using a self-administered survey was conducted in Windhoek, Namibia, targeting nurses, doctors and physiotherapists working in private ICUs. Results: A total of 174 surveys were distributed, with a response rate of 24.1% ( Conclusion: Our study revealed knowledge gaps, conservative mobility practices and numerous barriers to EM implementation at the patient, provider and institutional levels. Clinical implications: The findings highlight the need for targeted education, training programmes, standardised mobility protocols and the establishment of a dedicated mobility champion to promote EM in Windhoek ICUs.
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