Which of the following interventions would be performed by the occupational therapist as a member of the home health care team? Select all that apply
A) Evaluate the client's functional level.
B) Provide muscle-strengthening exercises.
C) Educate client and family about promoting self-care in ADLs.
D) Provide assistance with securing needed equipment.
E) Implement the plan of care designed by the nurse.
Ans: A, C
The occupational therapist evaluates the client's functional level, educates the client and family on promoting self-care in activities of daily living, assesses the home for safety, and provides adaptive equipment (as necessary). Muscle-strengthening exercises are provided by the physical therapist. Assistance with securing needed equipment is provided by the social worker. The home health aide implements the plan of care designed by the nurse, and the nurse researches the cost-effectiveness of the plan.
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