Diagnosis Of Intensive Care Unit-Acquired Weakness In Adults
Publication Date: December 2, 2014
Last Updated: March 14, 2022
Recommendations
We recommend well-designed, adequately powered and executed randomized controlled trials comparing physical rehabilitation or other alternative treatments with usual care in patients with ICUAW that measure and report patient-important outcomes. (Very Low, Strong)
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We recommend clinical research to determine the role of prior patient disability in the development of and recovery from ICUAW. (Very Low, Strong)
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We recommend clinical research that determines whether or not patients would want to know if they have ICUAW even though no specific therapy currently exists and how patient preferences influence medical decision making or the perception of prognosis. (Very Low, Strong)
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Overview
Title
Diagnosis Of Intensive Care Unit-Acquired Weakness In Adults
Authoring Organization
American Thoracic Society
Publication Month/Year
December 2, 2014
Last Updated Month/Year
January 10, 2024
Document Type
Guideline
External Publication Status
Published
Country of Publication
US
Inclusion Criteria
Female, Male, Adult, Older adult
Health Care Settings
Emergency care, Hospital, Operating and recovery room
Intended Users
Respiratory therapist, physician assistant, physician, physical therapist, nurse practitioner, nurse
Scope
Assessment and screening, Diagnosis
Keywords
intensive care, Intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICUAW), Weakness