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Jul 15
11m 51s

Non-Systems - Appropriate Discharge

Kyle Rice
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Jeff is a 78-year-old patient recovering from a right CVA. The patient requires moderate assistance for transfers and bed mobility. During therapy, frequent vital sign monitoring is necessary due to ongoing cardiac instability. The patient is now able to tolerate approximately 75 minutes of therapy each day; however, they live alone in a two-story home. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate discharge setting?

A) Inpatient rehabilitation facility

B) Skilled nursing facility

C) Home with home health physical therapy

D) Long-term acute care hospital

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