Which phase includes the activity Transfer and pre-gait, walking in room?

• A. Transfer and pre-gait, walking in room
• B. Walking out of room
• C. Out of ICU, preparing for discharge
• D. Begin strength training, using other equipment

Answer: (A)

The activity described sits in the early in-hospital mobilization stage where patients begin safe transfers and short, in-room ambulation. It covers moving from bed to a chair or standing (transfer), practicing the steps and weight shifting needed for gait (pre-gait), and then taking initial steps within the patient’s room (walking in room). This progression builds the foundational skills for gait with support before progressing to walking outside the room or into hallways.

Walking out of the room is a later step, out of ICU and discharge planning are further along, and starting strength training with other equipment targets different aspects of conditioning rather than the in-room gait progression.