As soon as practicable, the hospital shall attempt to consult with the designated lay caregiver to prepare him or her for aftercare and issue a discharge plan describing a patient's aftercare needs. In the event the hospital is unable to contact the designated lay caregiver, the lack of contact shall not interfere with, delay or otherwise affect an appropriate discharge of the patient.
Okla. Stat. tit. 63, § 3115
Consultation with lay caregiver by hospital - Discharge plan
Added by Laws 2014, c. 253, § 4, eff
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