Use of AM-PAC in Acute Care - An Interdisciplinary Approach

Presenter(s): Kelly Dunlay; Caroline Hogan, MOT, OTR/L, CLT; Callie Nolan, MOT, OTR/L

Contributing Author(s): Rohsni Patel, MA, CCC-SLP; Gina Veit, PT, DPT; Kristin Olsen, PT, DPT

Content Areas: Physical Disabilities - including: Neurorehabilitation, Orthopedic; General

Target Audience: Intermediate-level

Course Description: A lack of common language in acute care between OT and other members of the interdisciplinary team may lead to delays in patient care and discharge. A team of OT/PT/SLPs collaborated to create a shared language amongst disciplines to improve understanding between therapists and improve patient discharge planning. This presentation will focus on the purpose, logistics, and implications of implementing an evidence-based assessment to foster shared language within rehab services in acute care.