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To assess the physiological changes and adverse events associated with bed bathing in mechanically ventilated patients.

April 1, 2026Nursing in Critical Care

Adverse Events Associated With Bed Baths in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

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AEAhmed M. ElsayedAin Shams University AEAzza Hamdy El‐SoussiAlexandria University BBBassem BeshayAlexandria University

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This prospective cohort study assesses physiological changes and adverse events during bed bathing in mechanically ventilated patients, indicating significant stress and risk factors.

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To assess the physiological changes and adverse events associated with bed bathing in mechanically ventilated patients.
Conducted a prospective, non-interventional analytical cohort study in six intensive care units.
Monitored physiological parameters and adverse events at five time points before, during, and after bed bathing.
Used a standardized checklist for bed bath practices and analyzed data using repeated measures ANOVA and random forest analysis.
Significant physiological changes observed, including increased heart rate, respiratory rate, and peak airway pressure.
Declines in tidal volume and occurrences of transient hypoxaemia recorded during and after bed bathing.
Pain and agitation were the most common adverse events, with predictors including high APACHE II scores, inotrope use, and protocol non-adherence.

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Elsayed et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69cd7a3e5652765b073a741b https://doi.org/10.1111/nicc.70465

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This prospective cohort study assesses physiological changes and adverse events during bed bathing in mechanically ventilated patients, indicating significant stress and risk factors.

Adverse Events Associated With Bed Baths in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

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Adverse Events Associated With Bed Baths in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

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