A comprehensive assessment will be conducted on all new patients within how many days?

• A. 60 days
• B. 90 days
• C. 15 days
• D. 30 days

Answer: (D)

A comprehensive assessment is done early to ensure every aspect of a new patient’s situation is understood and planned for before PD becomes routine. Completing this evaluation within 30 days allows the team to promptly identify and address medical needs, home safety, caregiver and social support, language or literacy considerations, and equipment or training requirements. This timely check enables a tailored plan of care, appropriate scheduling, and early problem-solving, which helps reduce the risk of technique problems or interruptions in therapy. Waiting longer (60 or 90 days) can let issues go unresolved, while moving too quickly (around 15 days) may not give enough time to gather a full picture.