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How
to Pick a Rehabilitation Facility |
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The
first step in finding and evaluating an acute rehabilitation
hospital is to simply take a tour of the hospital. Observe the
attitude of the staff, type of equipment, and the cleanliness
of the facility.
Ask questions about the backgrounds of the clinical staff. Who
exactly will be taking care of you or your family member? Does
the hospital have Physical Therapists, Rehabilitation Nurses, Speech
Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Clinical
Dieticians, Psychologist and/or Neuropsychologist and Physicians
specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation?
During your tour it is also very important to make note of the
following:
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What is the nurse-to-patient
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Is it a comfortable place? Does it
have a clean cafeteria, therapy areas, nursing station, and
patient rooms/bathrooms? |
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Does
it promote family education and involvement? |
You may also want to speak with a member of the management team
to address any other concerns you might have. There is no reason
to be nervous about asking all the questions you want. Choosing
the best acute rehabilitation hospital for you and your family
member is a crucial decision.
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