A client's old intake form predates a recent surgery. What should happen before selecting the next assessment?
- AKeep using the existing form until the scheduled annual review
- BApply a standard post-surgery protocol for that region of the body
- CUpdate the health history and any post-surgical restrictions
- DProceed if the client reports no pain at the surgical site
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Answer
C
Recent surgery is a material health change. The intake history and any clinician restrictions should be updated before choosing the next assessment.
A
A significant health change calls for an update now, not at the next scheduled review.
B
Restrictions depend on the specific procedure and recovery, which a generic protocol cannot reflect.
D
Absence of pain does not establish readiness after surgery.
C
Recent surgery is a material health change. The intake history and any clinician restrictions should be updated before choosing the next assessment.