In the early stages after a patient requiring mechanical ventilation is discharged to the home, how often should patient follow-up by a respiratory care practitioner occur?
a. Every week
b. Biweekly
c. Every month
d. Every day
ANS: D
In the early stages after discharge, patient follow-up by a respiratory therapist will likely occur every day.
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