Sec. 10. (a) As part of the consultation under section 9(a) of this chapter, the hospital shall attempt to provide the designated lay caregiver the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers about the after care needs of the patient.
(b) If the hospital personnel who consult with the lay caregiver under section 9(a) of this chapter, determine, in the exercise of their professional judgment, that a live or recorded demonstration is necessary in order to appropriately prepare the lay caregiver for the patient's after care needs, the hospital may provide to a designated lay caregiver a live or recorded demonstration of the after care described in the patient's at home care plan.
As added by P.L.137-2015, SEC.6.
Structure Indiana Code
Chapter 12. The Caregiver Advise, Record, and Enable (Care) Act
16-21-12-2. "At Home Care Plan"
16-21-12-4. "Health Care Representative"
16-21-12-9. Hospital Attempt to Consult With Lay Caregiver; at Home Care Plan
16-21-12-11. No Interference or Delay of Medical Care if Unable to Contact Lay Caregiver
16-21-12-12. No Requirement to Designate Lay Caregiver
16-21-12-13. No Obligation for Lay Caregiver to Perform After Care
16-21-12-14. No Interference With, Delay, or Affect on Patient Care
16-21-12-16. No New Reimbursement Requirements Under Chapter