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tatyanajohnson

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For patients receiving home respiratory care, follow-up evaluation by a home care team member should occur at least how often?
 
  a. Daily
  b. Biweekly
  c. Monthly
  d. As needed

Question 2

Which of the following factors would you consider in determining the frequency of follow-up visits needed by a home care patient?
 
  1. Level of self-care the patient is able to provide
  2. Type and complexity of home care equipment used
  3. Patient's condition and therapeutic objectives
  4. Level of family or caregiver support available
  a. 1, 2, 3, and 4
  b. 2 and 4 only
  c. 1 and 3 only
  d. 3 and 4 only



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
For patients receiving respiratory care at home, follow-up by a home care team member should occur at least monthly, particularly patients on hi-tech equipment such as apnea monitors.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Factors to consider when deciding on the frequency of home visits include the following:
 The patient's condition and therapeutic needs (objectives)
 The level of family or caregiver support available
 The type and complexity of home care equipment
 The overall home environment
 The ability of the patient to provide self-care




tatyanajohnson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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