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Eligibility for Early Mobilization in Mechanically Ventilated Adults: A Multicenter Study.

Annals of the American Thoracic Society·October 20, 2026·PMID 42899407

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Early mobilization is underused in ICUs despite known benefits, often attributed to patient instability. This study shows most patients are physiologically eligible, shifting focus to operational barriers like staffing and care coordination—key targets for quality improvement in critical care.

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