J Nurs Res . 2025 Apr Application of an Early Graded Rehabilitation Nursing Model in Postoperative Children With Congenital Heart Disease

This research highlights a significant shift toward standardizing pediatric cardiac recovery by testing a structured, step-by-step rehabilitation framework for children following heart surgery. By comparing a specific early graded nursing model against traditional care, the study demonstrates that children in the specialized program achieved superior motor skill development and physical endurance. Beyond physical gains, the intervention successfully reduced the length of hospital stays and intensive care duration without any safety complications. Ultimately, these findings offer a feasible clinical roadmap for medical professionals to improve the long-term quality of life and functional independence for young heart patients.