Acute Care: Part I
Questions
- Identify the different stages and levels of care that Mrs. Zhang experienced.
- What defines the type of service that is provided in each unit?
- How do we prioritize care in a ward versus an ICU, versus a rehab unit?
- How can we improve the patient’s experience as they transition through several stages in the hospital system?
- What are the needs of the clients or their families during this time, as they experience a life-threatening illness?
- How can we incorporate culturally-safe care as the client transitions through the system?