PRM in the ICU Flashcards

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What is the **PRM Programme* for ICU?

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-** Passive Range of Motion (RoM)** = Maintains Muscle Length / Prevent contractures

  • Active + Resisted Exercises = Improves strength / endurance
  • Sit on Edge of the Bed = To facilitate trunk control / balance
  • Sitting out on chair = Improve lung function
  • Mobilising = Improve lung function / Cardiovascular Function / Muscle Strength
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What are the SYMPTOMS of POLYNEUROPATHY?

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  • Muscle Weakness
  • Absent Facial Weakness
  • Muscle Wasting
  • Muscle Reflexes
  • Sensory Loss
  • Impaired Consciousness
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What are the SYMPTOMS of MYOPATHY?

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  • Similar to Polyneuropathy
  • MORE Proximal Weakness
  • MORE Sensory Preservation
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What is TREATMENT of Polyneuropathy / Myopathy?

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  • Nutritional Therapy
  • Anti-oxidant Therapy
  • Hormonal Therapy
  • Intravenous IgGs
  • Insulin Therapy
  • Physiotherapy
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