Exam Preview for 1814: Subacute Care Discharge Planning for the Res

Subacute Care Discharge Planning for the Respiratory Patient

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. What key drivers have increased respiratory patients requiring subacute care? Early follow-up associated with mortality risks Care coordinator preferences Disorganized durable medical equipment services Aging population continues to show a preference for health at home
2. Which of the following is a common respiratory diagnosis leading to hospital readmissions? Pulmonary edema Renal failure Acute myocardial infarction Cerebral infarction
3. Which of the following is an example of a respiratory home health disorder? Airway clearance problems Infectious diseases Cardiac shock Sepsis
4. When an RT provides transition to home care education, which of the following area is important to include? Who to call for escalation of care Patient’s ability to understand instruction Socio-economic implications that can impact quality of care at home All of the above
5. In what ways can RTs help drive patient care outcomes? Videotape techniques (cleaning equipment, taking medications, etc.) Document key points for patients and have them take notes while educating Partner with homecare and DME companies to implement a document for clinician-to-clinician handoff All of the above