Abstract

The purpose of this evidence-based practice project is to review the literature to determine if ambulation on postoperative day zero improved patient outcomes when compared to ambulation on postoperative day one. The PICOT question used in this research project was: In adult patients in a postoperative setting, how does ambulation within twelve hours of surgery compare to non-early ambulation after twelve hours of surgery improve patient outcomes during the first thirty days following surgery? This topic addressed both quality improvement and evidence based practice in nursing.

Author Details

Danielle TeKolste, MSN, BSN, RN; Danielle Currier, MSN, BSN, RN; Mary Anne Wheatley, MSN, BSN, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Thesis

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Literature Review

Research Approach

Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice

Keywords:

Postoperative Complications, Ambulation, Postoperative Ambulation, Postoperative Day Zero, Inpatients, Mobilization, Patient Outcomes, Postoperative Patient

Advisor

Amy Bullington

Degree

Master's

Degree Grantor

Nebraska Methodist College

Degree Year

2018

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Review Type

Peer-review: Single Blind

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2018-05-11

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