What is the primary disadvantage associated with outpatient and day facility care?
a. Increased cost
b. Increased risk of infection
c. Lack of physical connection to the hospital
d. Longer separation of the child from family
C
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A This type of care decreases cost.
B This type of care decreases risk of infection.
C Outpatient and day facility care do not provide extended care; therefore a child
requiring extended care should be transferred to the hospital, causing increased
stress to the child and parents.
D This type of care minimizes separation of the child from family.
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