CSRS Multidisciplinary Care Planning & Coordination 2

Question 1

Under Medicare IRF coverage criteria, how often must the interdisciplinary team conference be held for a stroke patient?

Accepted Answer

At least once per week

Answer

Medicare requires IRF interdisciplinary team conferences at least once a week, led by the rehabilitation physician, to review progress and revise goals.

Question 2

Which team model is characterized by members sharing roles and crossing discipline boundaries, with one primary provider delivering much of the care?

Accepted Answer

Transdisciplinary

Answer

Transdisciplinary teams use role release so one member can deliver integrated care drawn from several disciplines.

Question 3

A stroke survivor is coughing during meals and has a wet voice after drinking. Which team member should the rehab specialist refer to first?

Accepted Answer

Speech-language pathologist

Answer

The SLP evaluates and manages oropharyngeal dysphagia, including instrumental swallow studies.

Question 4

Which framework is commonly used to structure stroke rehab goals across body function, activity, and participation domains?

Accepted Answer

ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health)

Answer

The WHO ICF model organizes function at the body structure/function, activity, and participation levels plus contextual factors.

Question 5

In an IRF, within what timeframe must the individualized overall plan of care be completed?

Accepted Answer

Within the first 4 days of admission

Answer

CMS requires the rehabilitation physician to complete the individualized plan of care within the first 4 days of the IRF stay.

CSRS - Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist Practice Test

CSRS - Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist Practice Test

CSRS Multidisciplinary Care Planning & Coordination 2