Functional Status of Study Patients at Time of Admission and Discharge
| Functional status | Group 1 (n = 40) | Group 2 (n = 44) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent at admission | 39/40 | 44/44 | |
| Died | 3 | 2 | 0.29 |
| Discharge home | 14 | 22 | 0.056 |
| Transfer to rehabilitation facility | 11 | 15 | 0.30 |
| Transfer to acute care hospital closer to home | 7 | 5 | 0.19 |
| Transfer to nursing home | 5 | 0 | 0.007 |