Physiotherapy is part of the overall care in an interdisciplinary intensive care unit.Patients black rose globe on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) were previously deemed to be too unstable to mobilise.Safety is of paramount importance as these patients often have multiple large cannulas, monitoring and lines.Mobilisation protocols should be in place, and each team member must be aware of their role.Contra-indications for mobilisation should be adhered to, and patients should be monitored before, during vizio m-series elevate 5.1.2 immersive sound bar and after mobilisation.
Secretion and respiratory management should be performed daily to address the reason why the patient was placed on ECMO.Keywords: Physiotherapy, Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, Intensive care, Mobilisation.