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Published in: Critical Care 1/2017

Open Access 01-12-2017 | Viewpoint

Evaluating physical functioning in critical care: considerations for clinical practice and research

Authors: Selina M. Parry, Minxuan Huang, Dale M. Needham

Published in: Critical Care | Issue 1/2017

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Abstract

The evaluation of physical functioning is valuable in the intensive care unit (ICU) to help inform patient recovery after critical illness, to identify patients who may require rehabilitation interventions, and to monitor responsiveness to such interventions. This viewpoint article discusses: (1) the concept of physical functioning with reference to the World Health Organization International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health; (2) the importance of measuring physical functioning in the ICU; and (3) methods for evaluating physical functioning in the ICU. Recommendations for clinical practice and research are made, along with discussion of future directions.
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Metadata
Title
Evaluating physical functioning in critical care: considerations for clinical practice and research
Authors
Selina M. Parry
Minxuan Huang
Dale M. Needham
Publication date
01-12-2017
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Critical Care / Issue 1/2017
Electronic ISSN: 1364-8535
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13054-017-1827-6

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