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Implementation shows improved functional recovery in lower-functioning patients, suggesting enhanced hospital outcomes.
Implementing a systematic mobility program is feasible across diverse hospital environments without hiring additional staff. Consistent daily goal attainment is a significant predictor of functional recovery and discharge home, particularly for lower-functioning patients. Policy and practice should prioritize embedding standardized mobility measurement into routine nursing workflows to reduce reliance on post-acute care and improve patient-centered outcomes.
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