The nurse is part of the home health team. Which of the following would the nurse recognize as being functions performed by the social worker in a home health care team? (Select all that apply.)
a. Setting up meals-on-wheels
b. Identifying agencies that offer respite care services
c. Helping the patient obtain a prescription card
d. Helping the patient use assistive devices such as canes and walkers
e. Assisting the family with long-term placement of the patient
f. Assisting the patient with an exercise program to regain strength and mobility
ANS: A, B, C, E
Social workers work closely with community resources and assist the patient with obtaining community assistance, such as obtaining a prescription card, setting up meals-on-wheels, and assisting the family with long-term care placement, respite care, homemaker services, living wills, and financial assistive services. D and F would fall under the services of physical therapy.
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