1. Pre-Visit Call
Contact your patient the night before your scheduled visit. If you can't reach them, leave a message and follow up with another attempt. A pre-visit call serves multiple purposes. It allows you to introduce yourself, build rapport, and confirm the patient's address. It also provides an opportunity to complete the Covid-19 questionnaire. Lastly, this call helps you better plan your workday and ensures a smoother start to your session.
2. Review Patient Chart
Before heading to your patient's home, review their medical history, diagnosis, reason for referral, and any previous session notes. Familiarizing yourself with this information gives you a better overview of the patient before stepping inside.
3. Maintain Supplies
Ensure your car and therapy bag are stocked with essential supplies. Items like gloves, masks, and disinfectant wipes are your best friends. Most importantly, you need to make sure nothing is expired. Regularly check the expiration dates. I keep extra copies of Home Exercise Programs (HEP) or educational materials as an occupational therapist. Equipment such as a pulse oximeter and blood pressure monitor should also be readily accessible.
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