The multidisciplinary team is made aware of K.B.'s progress in discharge rounds. Discuss
how the following disciplines will be incorporated into her follow-up care after discharge.
discharge planning education
What will be an ideal response?
Physical and occupational therapy
Nutrition
Discharge planning: The discharge planner will determine the home health company that the family
will use and will arrange delivery of any durable medical equipment (DME) such as wheelchair,
bedside commode, or crutches.
Education: The hospital educator may need to arrange for homebound instruction and coordinate
curriculum from school.
Physical and occupational therapy: Physical and occupational therapists will assess continued needs
and arrange for home therapy. They will also assist the discharge planner with equipment needs.
Nutrition: A nutrition consultation will help K. B. and her family address nutritional needs to
promote adequate healing and growth (i.e., increased protein, calcium, vitamin D, and complex
carbohydrates).
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