Successful interprofessional functioning depends on numerous factors including the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of each team member. Which of the following are factors for successful interprofessional functioning?
1. Understanding who is in charge of the patient's care
2. Making appropriate referrals
3. Understanding what other professionals do and how they see their roles
4. Working in isolation when performing the tasks that a professional is responsible for
ANS: 3
The factors for successful interprofessional functioning include the categories of knowledge, skill, and attitudes with subheadings including the understanding of the roles of each professional.
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