Table 5 Functional Ambulation Categories (FAC) at discharge
FAC | MDR+ | MDR- | Sum |
|---|---|---|---|
0 - patient cannot walk | 88 (65.2%) | 336 (56.0%) | 424 (57.7%) |
1 - patients needs firm continuous support from 1 person who helps carrying weight and with balance | 16 (11.9%) | 69 (11.5%) | 85 (11.6%) |
2 - patient needs continuous or intermittent support of one person to help with balance and coordination. | 12 (8.9%) | 85 (14.2%) | 97 (13.2%) |
3 - patient requires verbal supervision or stand-by help from one person without physical contact | 10 (7.4%) | 64 (10.7%) | 74 (10.1%) |
4 - patient can walk independently on level ground, but requires help on stairs, slopes or uneven surfaces | 8 (5.9%) | 37 (6.2%) | 45 (6.1%) |
5 - patient can walk independently anywhere | 1 (0.7%) | 9 (1.5%) | 10 (1.4%) |
Sum | 135 (100%) | 600 (100%) | 735 (100%) |