FAST HUGS IN BED: A Revisited Mnemonic
A comprehensive approach to critical care
Introduction
In 2005, Professor Jean-Louis Vincent introduced the FAST HUG mnemonic, advocating for a comprehensive approach to managing critically ill patients. The mnemonic stands for feeding, analgesia, sedation, thromboprophylaxis, head of bed elevation, and glucose control. Over the years, FAST HUG has been widely adopted in critical care units to improve patient outcomes.
FAST HUGS Revisited
In a recent study published in the journal Critical Care, Arriaga-Morales et al. revisited the FAST HUG mnemonic and proposed a revised version called FAST HUGS IN BED PLEASE. The revised mnemonic incorporates additional elements that are essential for providing high-quality critical care:
- Information and communication
- Nutrition
- Blood glucose control
- Early mobility
- Delivery of care
- Pain management
- Lower limb elevation
- Environment
- Assessment
- Sedation
- Elevation of the head of the bed
The researchers argue that by incorporating these additional elements, FAST HUGS IN BED PLEASE provides a more comprehensive approach to critical care that can further improve patient outcomes.
Conclusion
FAST HUGS IN BED PLEASE is a revised mnemonic that incorporates important elements of critical care management. By adhering to this mnemonic, healthcare professionals can provide high-quality critical care and improve patient outcomes.
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