Which of the following circumstances constitute obstacles to discharging a child who requires home mechanical ventilation?
I. Lack of family access to public transportation
II. Large number of siblings
III. Delays in approval for home care funding
IV. Unsuitable home environment

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In spite of the most valiant attempts at organization, communication, and planning within the discharge process, obstacles to discharge will still occur. The major barriers for chronically ventilated children include failure to obtain qualified nursing staff, delays in approval for home care funding, an unsuitable home environment, complex family issues, and arrangements for out-of-home placement.

Which of the Following Circumstances Constitute Obstacles to Discharging a Child