After a serious illness or trauma the child's ability to function may change. Once the acute situation has resolved, the child may be transferred to a __________ hospital
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
rehabilitation
Children with neurologic injuries, such as head injuries and children with serious burns
may thrive in the environment of a rehabilitation hospital, which resembles the home
setting. In this setting the child is cared for by a multidisciplinary team who focuses on
what he or she can do, rather than their limitations.
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