Barriers and facilitators to including family members in early mobilisation of critically ill adults: An integrative review

A practical first step in promoting family engagement in early mobilisation is to clarify families' roles within the intensive care team. Providing families with clear information, education, and guidance would reduce uncertainty and support safe participation in mobilisation activities. Organisational policies and structured programs that enable clinician-led invitation, supervision, and communication are also important in facilitating consistent and appropriate family engagement. Attention to patient readiness, family confidence, and contextual constraints is essential when including families in early mobilisation practices.