ICU Patient Management and Physical Therapy Goals

What is the primary goal of physical therapy in ICU patients?

Improve chest expansion

Which technique is recommended for intubated patients to improve ventilation and oxygenation?

Modified postural drainage positions

What is the aim of improving muscle strength and endurance in ICU patients?

Improve ROM

Which action is part of pulmonary system management for unconscious intubated patients?

Use pulmonary hygiene techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aim of improving circulatory system function in ICU patients?

Prevent swelling Signup and view all the answers

Which goal falls under the P.T program for ICU patients?

Improve musculoskeletal system within functional limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of chest physiotherapy?

To assist in mobilizing secretions in the lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended procedure for intubated patients to encourage independent efforts of inspiration and coughing?

Coordination of upper extremities mobility with inspiration and expiration Signup and view all the answers

What is the best position for extubated patients to improve oxygenation and ventilation?

Side lying and/or the prone positions Signup and view all the answers

For conscious extubated patients, what should be encouraged if coughing is ineffective?

Nasopharyngeal suctioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of musculoskeletal procedures for unconscious patients?

Passive range of motion (PROM) exercises Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and swelling in unconscious patients?

Elastic crepe bandage Signup and view all the answers

What is a prophylactic indication for chest physiotherapy?

Pre-operative high risk surgical patient Signup and view all the answers

What does chest physiotherapy aim to treat therapeutically?

Abnormal breathing pattern Signup and view all the answers

"Modified postural drainage" is recommended for which type of patient?

Conscious extubated patient Signup and view all the answers

What are the recommended procedures for extubated patients to improve pulmonary hygiene?

Breathing exercises and incentive spirometer Signup and view all the answers