A care plan is a document that pulls together vital information for a patient's ongoing health management. The care plan frequently includes a summary of the patient's different diseases and health conditions, the treatments being used to address these diseases and conditions, and any specific care needs they may have. In addition, schedules for caregiving activities may be included, such as bathing, medicating, or other important tasks that must be carried out.
What Is Included?
The care plan should include a variety of information that helps to paint a complete picture of the patient's current health and care needs. The information that should be in the care plan includes:
The patient's name, date of birth, address, and contact information
A list of healthcare providers and their contact information
Emergency contact information
List of allergies to medications and foods
Diseases and health conditions
Treatments for those diseases and health conditions
A medication list, including the medication name, dosage, and time and route by which they're administered
Health insurance information, including member and plan number, along with any contact numbers needed to reach different departments within the insurance organization
A list of standing appointments (e.g. physical therapist: 9:00 AM Mon & Friday)
The Importance Of The Care Plan
A care plan provides a concise and centralized source of information to help caregivers prioritize and understand the needs of a patient. Having important details such as medications and allergies readily available lessens the chances of a care task being overlooked or a mistake in treatment being made. For individuals that care for multiple individuals, the care plan can be a great way to ensure that details between patients aren't confused.
In addition, the care plan can provide a way for carers to effectively communicate with the patient's family or medical providers. By having this record on file, in addition to care notes the caretaker may keep, doctors and families are able to get a clearer idea of a patient's day-to-day life. This aids in the development and revisiting of the most up-to-date treatments and treatment plans as needed.
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