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5.2.1.2.2 Active Treatment Plan Requirements

There must be an assessment that explains why the client was unable to achieve the expected treatment objectives that were previously set. The assessment must address the following:

Factors that interfered or are interfering with the client's ability to make progress as expected

The continued appropriateness of the treatment goals

The continued appropriateness of the type of therapy being utilized

The need for obtaining consultation

The current diagnosis and the need for revisions and/or additional assessments

The ongoing treatment plan must reflect the initial treatment plan requirements and the additional information must include:

Changes in primary treatment focus or discharge goals have been identified and are consistent with the client's current condition

The expected progress toward the discharge goals is described within the extended time frame

Appropriate adjustments have been made in the medication regimen based on the client's therapeutic response

No contraindications to the use of the prescribed medications are present


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