Chapter 2 The Interprofessional Team Flashcards
What is the nursing team responsible for when working with an inter-professional team?
To advocate of the patient and meet their needs.
What are some inter-professional non-nursing personal?
Spiritual support staff Dietitian Lab Tech Different types of Therapist Pharmacist Providers (doctors) Social worker/speech specialist
What is the RNs role when working with the inter-professional team?
They are the team leader, receives input from all nursing team members, sets priorities, shares info with other disciplines and coordinates care.
A nurse is caring for an older adult who lives alone and is to be discharged. He states it is difficult to prepare adequate meals. Why should the nurse call a social worker rather then a dietitian?
A social worker can make arrangements for a meal delivery service or recommend a congregate meal site near the clients home.
A dietitian usually performs the assessment of clients nutritional status and provides education of nutrition.
