Patient is a 72 y/o female admitted to Allgood Medical Cente…
Patient is a 72 y/o female admitted to Allgood Medical Center on 8/10/24 after a fall on the steps of her home. Radiograph (x-ray) revealed (R) femoral neck hip fracture. Pt underwent surgical fixation of the fracture. She has been referred to PT for evaluation, transfer and gait training, partial weight bearing of the (R) lower extremity. Her past medical history includes gastroesophageal reflux disease, total abdominal hysterectomy, hypertension and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The physical therapist evaluates this patient and establishes a plan of care including patient goals. The PT service is overwhelmed with referrals and the evaluating therapist would like to delegate the treatment of this patient to a physical therapist assistant who has been working at the medical center for two years. Which of the following is the best decision regarding delegation?
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