What is the target RASS when preparing for mobilization?

What is the target RASS when preparing for mobilization?

• A. -1 to 0
• B. 0 to +1
• C. -3 to -1
• D. +1 to +2

Answer: (A)

For safe mobilization, you want the patient in a light, cooperative state that still allows participation in therapy. The RASS range that achieves this is a drowsy to alert and calm level. At this level, the patient can follow commands, maintain airway protection, and tolerate therapy sessions without being overly sedated or agitated. If sedation is deeper (more negative), the patient may not participate or tolerate therapy; if they become agitated (positive scores), there’s a higher risk of unsafe movements or line dislodgement. So the goal is a RASS between -1 and 0.

For safe mobilization, you want the patient in a light, cooperative state that still allows participation in therapy. The RASS range that achieves this is a drowsy to alert and calm level. At this level, the patient can follow commands, maintain airway protection, and tolerate therapy sessions without being overly sedated or agitated. If sedation is deeper (more negative), the patient may not participate or tolerate therapy; if they become agitated (positive scores), there’s a higher risk of unsafe movements or line dislodgement. So the goal is a RASS between -1 and 0.