Comparison of two outcome measures to detect changes in physical functions for patients after open abdominal surgery

Background: Open abdominal surgery is performed daily globally, but there is limited evidence available regarding responsive physiotherapy-related outcome measures to assess these patients’ physical function during their postoperative recovery in an intensive care unit (ICU) setting in South Africa. The Physical Function in Intensive Care Test-scored (PFIT-s) assesses physical function based on strength, endurance, and exercise capacity whereas the Chelsea Critical Care Physical Assessment (CPAx) assesses respiratory function, physical function, muscle mass and strength.

Author(s): Marelee Fourie

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