Publications by authors named "Jose L Boerrigter"
Article Synopsis
- Over 50% of ICU survivors experience "post-intensive care syndrome" (PICS) symptoms, which include physical, psychological, and cognitive impairments, especially amid the stress of COVID-19.
- A quality improvement study aimed to support patients and families transitioning home after ICU treatment by providing structured telephone support (STS) to identify and address PICS symptoms within four weeks of discharge.
- The study found that many patients reported physical symptoms like loss of strength and fatigue, while caregivers highlighted a desire for ongoing care, allowing healthcare providers to adjust follow-up plans based on individual needs.
Background: Early structured mobilization has become a key element of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery programs to improve patient outcomes and decrease length of hospital stay. With the intention to assess and improve early mobilization levels, the 8-point ordinal John Hopkins Highest Level of Mobility (JH-HLM) scale was implemented at two gastrointestinal and oncological surgery wards in the Netherlands. After the implementation, however, healthcare professionals perceived a ceiling effect in assessing mobilization after gastrointestinal and oncological surgery.
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