Crisis Management

A Homestead Registered Nurse will prepare a plan of action during the first week of admission based on the patient’s disease-specific symptoms that could result in a crisis. This exclusive program, offered by Homestead, is the Homestead Anticipatory Symptom Pathway for Crisis Management. The pathway details possible symptoms that could occur as they relate to the patient’s specific disease. The bedside document provides step-by-step instructions to the caregiver for what can be done to alleviate the patient’s symptoms until a Homestead team member arrives. The proactive plan of action is reviewed with the caregiver and family, fostering peace-of-mind and a sense of relief about what to possibly expect.