We use Interim care plans for acute episodes - they are separate pieces of paper with
a general framework/fill in the blank type care plan. It is placed with the
comprehensive care plan until resolved and then filed in the medical record. In CT the
surveyors look for these.
Holly McGran MSN RN
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> It has been my understanding for years that acute episodes, self limiting w/no
> lasting effects, do no need to be care planned.
> What do you say? << File: Fiesta Bkgrd.jpg >>
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