A Child Who Is Dependent on a Ventilator Is Being

question 12

Multiple Choice

A child who is dependent on a ventilator is being discharged from the hospital. Prior to discharge, the home-health nurse discusses development of an emergency plan of care with the family. Which is the most essential part of the plan?

• A) Acquisition of a backup generator
• B) Designation of an emergency shelter site
• C) Provision for an alternate heating source if power is lost
• D) Notifying the power company that the child is on life support