Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit

The Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit is located on the fourth floor, B Wing of the hospital. Please take the B elevator to the fourth floor to access the unit.

Inpatient Acute Rehab Nurses Station
Phone: 216.529.7065

Referral Office:Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 216.529.7759
Fax: 216.529.7794

Referral Process
Our Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit treats patients with functional limitations, resulting from stroke, brain injury, amputations, major multiple trauma, transplants, neuromuscular disorders, and orthopedic conditions as well as a variety of
other conditions.

Basic admission criteria include:

• Ability and motivation to participate in at least two intensive therapies including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Language Pathology for a total of three hours per day, five days a week
• Medically stable with co-morbidities requiring daily monitoring by the physician
• Potential for functional improvement 
• Potential to return to a community setting
  

Plan of Care
Our specialized staff is composed of a physiatrist, rehab nurses, a social worker, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, a therapeutic recreation specialist and a neuropsychologist. Physicians from all major medical specialties are also available on-site for consultation.

After the initial patient evaluation, the team will create a plan of care unique to each patient. A family conference will be scheduled as soon as possible following the evaluation. The purpose of the conference is to discuss treatment goals, anticipated discharge date, discharge disposition, and any possible home going needs. The length of stay is individualized and based on the needs of the patient.

Therapies and Education
Our therapy program is individualized and specific to the needs of each patient. Each patient will receive a daily physical, occupational, and possibly speech therapy schedule. Recreational Therapy and neuropsychology sessions are optional and offered in addition to the required three hours of therapy.

The goal is for each patient to reach the highest functional level. Oftentimes, it is difficult for family members and friends to watch loved ones struggle with various tasks. However, this is a necessary part of the recovery. We ask that family and friends avoid helping patients with tasks where help may not be necessary.

What to Bring to the Hospital

• Shirts/blouses 
• Pants and/or shorts
• Undergarments
• Walking Shoes and socks
• Toiletries (if prefer own)
• Eyeglasses/Contact Lenses
• Hearing aids and batteries 
• 3–5 changes of comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that would normally be worn at home
  

What Not to Bring to the Hospital

• Valuables. Please leave valuables at home.

Lakewood Hospital is not responsible for any money, valuables, or other personal belongings left in the room.

Visiting Hours
We welcome family and friends to visit; however, we ask that they be respectful of both the patient’s erapy schedule and their need for rest. Our visiting hours are open and while visits from family and friends are encouraged, please be mindful that the patient’s main priority is therapy and visits to therapy should be limited to one to two caregivers/family members only.

We expect that children will be visiting, however for safety reasons we ask that they not be left unattended and allowed to run in halls or play on equipment.

It is at the discretion of the nurse to restrict visitors during cold and flu season.

Telephones
Patients may receive phone calls in their rooms from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. All calls before and after those times must be directed to the nurses’ station at 216.529.7065. Cellular telephones are permitted only in designated areas in the hospital and not in patient rooms.

Safety
Safety is a top priority on the Inpatient Acute Rehab Unit. For this reason, all patients should respect the following:

• Ask the nurse or the therapist for help if you feel weak or dizzy
• Follow the nurse or therapist’s instructions regarding whether you must call for assist before getting in and out of bed…please do not attempt to do this on your own. Use the call light and ask for assistance.
• Check with your nurse before eating any food from friends or family. You may be on a restricted diet or could be subject to choking due to swallowing problems. 
• We may ask you to use a seatbelt and/or bed alarm. This is a reminder that you are too weak to transfer by yourself and should call the nurse for assistance.

Family Involvement
Family involvement is strongly encouraged at every step in the rehabilitation process. As the day of discharge nears, families may be asked to participate in the patient’s activities of daily living and attend family education sessions with therapy and/or nursing.

At times, patients require one-onone supervision. If this should occur, family will be asked to assist by staying with the patient or by hiring outside sitter coverage.

Expected Length of Stay
Length of stay in the Inpatient Acute Rehab Unit depends on the patient’s progress in therapies and the type of medical attention required. If a patient refuses to attend therapies or is unable to participate, they may be moved to a different level of care.

Discharge Planning
Discharge planning begins the day of admission. The patient and their family will meet with the social worker to discuss plans for their return home. After discharge, the patient may still require some additional therapy, either in an outpatient setting, or by a home care agency as directed by the physician.

If any equipment should be needed, the social worker will assist in ordering those items prior to discharge. The patient may choose their own DME (durable medical equipment) vendor or we will recommend a vendor for you.