week 7

When preparing for the discharge of acutely ill older adults, how should APRNs navigate the distinction between treating the family as a client versus recognizing the family as a system of care? Which enduring family caregiving functions still support successful transitions from hospital to home or post-acute care facilities?

Reflect on how changing family landscapessuch as increased caregiver burden or limited family availabilityhave shaped your discharge planning practices and patient outcomes.

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