You are working in a community hospital case management department. Part of your job is to assess patients postdischarge needs. You meet with your patient, Jerry. Jerry has been hospitalized due to a broken ankle that needs to be surgically repaired. Jerry is 38 years old, married, is employed as a banker, and attends a local church. Jerry is also on several sports teams, and he plays the bass in a band. Jerry's medical complexity vs. functional ability is _____________________________, making his postdischarge risk ___________________.

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Jerry's situation indicates low medical complexity because his condition (a broken ankle needing surgery) is not medically complex and is typically straightforward to treat. His functional ability is high, as there is no indication that he has any other health issues affecting his overall ability to function once his ankle is treated. Additionally, Jerry has high social support, evidenced by his active involvement in sports, music, and church activities, suggesting a strong network. Therefore, his postdischarge risk is low because these factors collectively indicate a likely smooth recovery with ample support.

You Are Working in a Community Hospital Case Management Department