SCCM Resource Library-Doing the Heavy Lifting: Nursing Challenges and Tips for the Successful Care of Patients With Severe Obesity

Doing the Heavy Lifting: Nursing Challenges and Tips for the Successful Care of Patients With Severe Obesity

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The video discusses the unique challenges nurses face when caring for patients with severe obesity in the ICU. The growing population of obese patients combined with nursing shortages has created barriers to providing adequate care. Some of the challenges include stigma and body image issues, increased nursing workload, and potential skin integrity issues. The video also explores strategies for successful wound and device care, tips for early mobilization, and creative approaches to pressure ulcer prevention. The use of safe patient handling equipment and training staff on its use can help overcome barriers to mobilization. Additionally, new tools like verticalization beds show promise in improving patient mobility and reducing length of stay.

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Administration, GI and Nutrition, 2023

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Type: two-hour concurrent | Current Challenges of Caring for the Critically Ill Patient With Severe Obesity: A Multidisciplinary Perspective (SessionID 1199585)

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Administration

Knowledge Area GI and Nutrition

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Nursing

Tag Obesity

Year 2023

Keywords

nurses

severe obesity

ICU

challenges

care

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