A patient with spinal cord injury is concerned about long-term independence. What is a realistic outcome that rehabilitation can support?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Maximized independence via mobility aids, adaptive equipment, and reintegration
Rehabilitation cannot guarantee full neurologic recovery in many conditions, but it can maximize functional independence and support community reintegration over the long term.
Practice all 20 Rehabilitation and Long-Term Outcomes questions
Keep practicing
More Rehabilitation and Long-Term Outcomes questions
- Which patient factor is modifiable and can positively influence long-term rehabilitation outcomes?
- In long-term outcome planning, why is interdisciplinary care important?
- Which outcome is a priority in rehabilitation of older adults to promote long-term independence?
- A rehabilitation nurse is educating a stroke survivor’s family. Which statement best describes long-term rehabilitation outcome expectation…
- When measuring long-term outcome after hip fracture rehabilitation, which measurement is most useful?
- Which challenge can hinder long-term rehabilitation outcomes and should be addressed proactively?