Preventive Patient Position, Exercises and Mobility in Intensive Care Units: Safe Practice Guidelines

Abstract

Safety patient position, exercises and mobility are frequently implemented nursing interventions in intensive care units. The aim of the changing position, implementing exercises and mobility to maintain normal body posture reduces the pressure on the affected body parts ensures patients' comfort, reduce pulmonary secretion and improve blood oxygenation. In this context, this article are written for guidance for nurses that explain key points and literature results in changing position, exercises and mobility implemented frequently nursing interventions.