A systematic review of mobility instruments and their measurement properties for older acute medical patients

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Independent mobility is a key factor in determining readiness for discharge for older patients following acute hospitalisation and has also been identified as a predictor of many important outcomes for this patient group. This review...

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Main Authors: Berlowitz David J, de Morton Natalie A, Keating Jennifer L
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-06-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
Online Access:http://www.hqlo.com/content/6/1/44