An OTR completed an initial screening of an inpatient who underwent surgery for a spinal fusion 2 days ago. The patient will be discharged home to live with a spouse as the primary caregiver. The patient’s priorities are to be as independent as possible at the time of discharge, minimize the caregiver burden on the spouse, and return to work as soon as possible. Which option is MOST BENEFICIAL for the OTR to include as part of the information gathering process for supporting the patient’s priorities?
[Verified Answer]: An OTR completed an initial screening of an…
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