Linking Intensive Care Unit functional scales to the International Classification of Functioning: proposal of a new assessment approach

• Main Authors: Juliana S. F. dos Santos (Author), Gabriely A. G. Silva (Author), Nubia M. F. V. Lima (Author), Lucien P. Gualdi (Author), Diego de S. Dantas (Author), Íllia N. D. F. Lima (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background There are several tools to assess functional and physical status in critical ill patients. These tools can guide rehabilitation strategies in Intensive care units (ICU). However, they are not standardized, and this can compromise their applicability. The aim of the study is to id...