Question

Who is responsible for contacting patients for scheduling post-discharge visits?

A. Welcome coordinator
B. Registered nurse
C. Provider (Doctor/NP)
D. Medical Social Worker

Answer 1

C. Provider ( Doctor/ NP)

Step-by-step explanation:

The post discharge tool was created to aid the patients and families take action to keep the patient's recovery on the track. The tool's main focus is to keep patients out of the hospital. On e way to do this is to make sure patients follow their care plan.

10 key components of post discharge model are given below:

1. .Assure that there is close and trusted interaction between the outpatient care team and the hospital discharge planners
2. Begin the patient-interaction portion of the program with a post-discharge in-home assessment
3. Once the in-home assessment has been conducted, the nurse practitioner and social worker should meet with the primary care physician to develop a pro-active care management plan that is consistent with the participant's goals.
4. Conduct weekly interdisciplinary team conferences
5. Provide specialized care and considerations for common geriatric conditions
6. Consider the unique physical and psychosocial needs of low-income seniors including dual eligibles
7. focus not only on treating a person's medical condition but for managing a broad array of care needs across multiple settings
8. Ensure that your program includes a focus on patient education
9. Have the information technology infrastructure in place
10. Continue to monitor the patient's progress