Discussion Questions
- Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:
- Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
- Integrate outside scholarly sources when required
- Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
- Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Planning for our patients during times of transitions (for example: hospital to home, home to rehabilitation facility) involves collaboration with a number of healthcare professionals. Please address the following questions:
- How does your facility promote interprofessional collaboration during times of patient transitions?
- What is the role of the nurse in patient transitions?
- What gaps can you identify in this process related to quality of care? (If you are not currently in practice, please use a previous role or clinical experience in your answers.)
ANSWER
Interprofessional collaboration in the care process, whether it is during transition or otherwise, is paramount. The American Nurses Association (2015) indicated that interprofessional collaboration aids the creation, implementation, and evaluation of a plan that contributes to positive outcomes and quality of care. My facility is keen on enhancing interprofessional collaboration through communication. The facility has an …. To access full answer, click on the purchase button below.