Here are the four best determinants.
1. Motivated: Patients should have a positive attitude and willingness to follow postoperative instructions.
2. Mobile: Patients who are active and independent prior to surgery will respond better to physical therapy and resume daily activities more easily. Inpatient surgery is better suited for patients who use a walker or wheelchair before surgery.
3. Healthy: The best candidates for outpatient procedures are the ones who have the fewest ailments and take the fewest medications.
4. Supported: Patients with a network of friends and/or family members who can help after surgery will experience faster recovery and better outcomes.
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