The Interprofessional Team Flashcards
Spiritual support staff
Provides spiritual care (pastors, rabbis, priests)
Registered dietitian
Assesses, plans for, and educates regarding nutrition needs. Designs special diets, and supervises meal preparation
Laboratory technician
Obtains specimens of body fluids, and performs diagnostic tests
Occupational therapist
Assesses and plans for clients to regain activities of daily living (ADL) skills, especially motor skills of the upper extremities
Pharmacist
Provides and monitors medication. Supervises pharmacy technicians in states that allow this practice
Physical therapist
Assesses and plans for clients to increase musculoskeletal function, especially of the lower extremities, to maintain mobility
Provider
Assesses, diagnoses, and treats disease and injury. Providers include medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathy (DOs), advanced practice nurses (APNs), and physician assistants (PAs)
Radiologic technologist
Positions clients and performs x-rays and other imaging procedures for providers to review for diagnosis of disorders of various body parts
Respiratory therapist
Evaluates respiratory status and provides respiratory treatments including oxygen therapy, chest physiotherapist, inhalation therapy, and mechanical ventilation
Social worker
Works with clients and families by coordinating inpatient and community resources to meet psychosocial and environmental needs that are necessary for recovery and discharge
Speech-language pathologist
Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding the impact of disorders or injuries on speech, language, and swallowing. Teaches techniques and exercises to improve function
Registered nurse (RN)
The lead team member, soliciting input from all nursing team members, setting priorities, sharing information with other disciplines, and coordinating client care
