Which statement best describes phase four of the Early Mobility and Walking Program?

Which statement best describes phase four of the Early Mobility and Walking Program?

• A. Out of ICU, preparing for discharge
• B. Walking out of room
• C. Transfer and pre-gait, walking in room
• D. Education for discharge - AD, assistance levels

Answer: (D)

Phase four centers on discharge planning and preparing the patient and family for safe, independent function at home. This stage emphasizes education about activities of daily living, which tasks the patient can perform and what will require help, as well as which assistive devices are appropriate and how to use them correctly. It also covers deciding the level of assistance needed (supervision, contact guard, setup, or independent) and planning for home safety, follow-up care, and community resources. This focus is different from earlier phases, which are about building and practicing mobility within the hospital (in bed, in the room, or out of the room). By phase four, the gains in mobility are being translated into a concrete, safe plan for discharge, ensuring that the patient can manage at home with the right support and equipment.

Phase four centers on discharge planning and preparing the patient and family for safe, independent function at home. This stage emphasizes education about activities of daily living, which tasks the patient can perform and what will require help, as well as which assistive devices are appropriate and how to use them correctly. It also covers deciding the level of assistance needed (supervision, contact guard, setup, or independent) and planning for home safety, follow-up care, and community resources.

This focus is different from earlier phases, which are about building and practicing mobility within the hospital (in bed, in the room, or out of the room). By phase four, the gains in mobility are being translated into a concrete, safe plan for discharge, ensuring that the patient can manage at home with the right support and equipment.