2 publications

• Published Subscription 2 Dec 2023

  Comparison Between Electrical Stimulation and Intermittent Pneumatic Compression to Reduce Incidence of Deep Vein Thrombosis in High-risk Critically lll Patients

  By Amal N. Abboud, Shaimaa E. Abdullah, Naglaa M. El Mokadem

  Abstract: Background: Prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is an effective way to reduce morbidity and death among critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression are alternative preventive strategies of preventing DVT through decreasing the degree of lower limb edema and muscle weakness in ICU. Purpose of the Study: To compare the electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression as a preventive strategy to reduce …

  Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–40 Read article →

• Published Subscription 9 Nov 2022

  Effect of Early Mobility Protocol on Physical Function, Muscles Strength, and Delirium among Mechanically Ventilated Patients

  By Samar S. Amin, Naglaa M. El Mokadem, Nagwa M. Doha, Shaimaa E. Abdullah

  Abstract: Background: Early MobilitypProtocol integrates evidence-based practice to improve physical function and muscle strength, decrease rates of delirium, and reduce intensive care unit and hospital stays. Aim: To examine the effectiveness of Early Mobility Protocol on physical function, muscle strength, and delirium among mechanically ventilated patients. Setting: Intensive care units at the Menoufia University Hospital, Shebin ElKoum, Menofia, Egypt. Sample: A convenient sample of 60 mechanically ventilated patients. Design: A quasi-experimental …

  Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article →