Publications by authors named "L F E Beumeler"
Introduction: Early mobilization reduces long-term muscle weakness after intensive care unit (ICU) admission, but barriers (e.g., anxiety, lack of motivation) may complicate patients' adherence to exercise.
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- Post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) can lead to long-term physical, psychological, and cognitive challenges for ICU survivors, and there's interest in how mitochondrial dysfunction may play a role in this condition.
- A study analyzed 43 ICU survivors to look for connections between mitochondrial health (through mtDNA markers) and long-term physical functioning, but found no significant correlations between these factors.
- The research highlights that PICS is influenced by many factors beyond just mitochondrial health, indicating a need for further studies to improve recovery strategies for ICU survivors.
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- The paper develops a Context-specific Positive Health (CPH) measurement instrument, addressing the lack of tools that incorporate contextual factors impacting individuals' health.
- This instrument was created and validated through focus groups and a survey of 1002 diverse Dutch participants, ensuring its reliability and validity.
- The finalized CPH questionnaire evaluates 11 dimensions related to positive health, including resilience and social support, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in health outcomes.
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- Many ICU survivors experience long-term health issues that can hinder their recovery and quality of life, with nutrition intake playing a critical role.
- A study of 81 ICU patients found that a significant number failed to meet recommended protein and energy intake levels after 12 months, despite improvements from dietary supplements.
- Improved nutrition care is necessary to help these patients achieve dietary adequacy, though simply increasing intake may not lead to better physical health outcomes.