Table 1.
Characteristics of Observed Patientsa
| Characteristics | Baseline | Post-implementation | P b |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (y), mean (SD) | 60.6 (15.8) | 58.3 (16.3) | .356 |
| Male, n (%) | 109 (63.7%) | 114 (69.9%) | .230 |
| Surgery, n (%) | 59 (35.5%) | 51 (31.5%) | .436 |
| Physical Functioning (AM-PAC 6-click BM), mean (SD) | 22.2 (4.1) | 22.4 (3.1) | .245 |
| Mobilizing independently in room, n (%)c | 143 (83.6%) | 127 (77.9%) | .185 |
| Handgrip strength (kg), mean (SD) | 28.5 (12.1) | 30.1 (12.5) | .280 |
| Mobilizing without walking aid, n (%) | 130 (76.9%) | 134 (82.7%) | .394 |
| Urinary catheter, n (%) | 8 (4.7%) | 7 (4.5%) | .915 |
a AM-PAC = Activity Measure for Post-Acute Care
b Significant P < .05.
c AM-PAC-BM 1 to 5 without assistance required.