Identifying Effective Referrals in COPD Management

Very Easy Management Of Care Referrals

A 62-year-old woman with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is being discharged from the hospital. During her hospital stay, the healthcare team recognizes the need for her to continue pulmonary rehabilitation. The nurse is responsible for helping the patient access the appropriate community resources after discharge.

Which of the following actions by the nurse best demonstrates the management of care through referral?

Provide the patient with a list of local pulmonary rehabilitation centers.

Teach the patient about the importance of nutrition in managing COPD.

Prescribe medication for the patient's COPD symptoms.

Encourage the patient to attend support groups for COPD.

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