Louisiana § RS 40:1226.4 - Education and instruction provided to caregiver
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§ RS 40:1226.4. Education and instruction provided to caregiver
A. As soon as practicable prior to the patient's discharge, the hospital shall make a reasonable effort to consult with the designated caregiver along with the patient, taking into account the capabilities and limitations of the caregiver, to accomplish the aftercare tasks that may be included in a discharge care plan that describes the patient's aftercare needs at his residence.
B. As part of the consultation under Subsection A of this Section, the hospital shall educate and instruct the caregiver concerning the aftercare needs of the patient in a manner that is consistent with the discharge plan and is based on the learning needs of the caregiver. In addition, the hospital shall also provide an opportunity for the caregiver and patient to ask questions and receive explanations about the aftercare tasks.
C. In the event the hospital is unable to contact the designated caregiver, the lack of contact shall not interfere with, delay, or otherwise affect an appropriate discharge of the patient.
Acts 2016, No. 351, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section RS 40:1226.4 ("Education and instruction provided to caregiver") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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