Establishing therapeutic objectives for home care is normally the responsibility of which member of the respiratory home care team?
a. Physical therapist
b. Respiratory care practitioner
c. Nurse
d. Attending physician
ANS: D
Although a physician normally initiates an order to discharge a patient to a postacute care site, many other health care professionals are involved in the discharge process. Table 56-2 identifies these key professionals, along with their major responsibilities.
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