Communication Is Important for the Success and Safety of the Patient

Communication is important for the success and safety of the patient. Which of the following is correct with respect to identifying the need for adjustment to a plan of care?

A) Interventions must occur for at least one week before a change in plan of care is to be considered.
B) In the event of a status change, it is the responsibility of the provider in most recent contact with the patient to communicate the need immediately.
C) Only OTs can identify a need for adjustment to the plan of care.
D) If an OTA providing intervention notices a change in function, he or she should wait until the plan of care is close to expiring before contacting the supervising occupational therapist to update the plan of care.