TX HHS Form 8584-CDS. Comprehensive Nursing Assessment and Plan of Care HCS Program

The Comprehensive Nursing Assessment and Plan of Care Form 8584-CDS is a critical tool for healthcare professionals in Texas. This form helps solve the problem of ensuring that individuals receive comprehensive care by documenting their health history, current medical status, and planned care. It is typically used in situations where an individual requires ongoing nursing care, such as through the Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Program.

This form requires information from the individual's healthcare team, including health care practitioners and natural supports relationships. The form also asks for a review of major medical/surgical occurrences and other relevant health history. A Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for completing this form, which serves as a plan of care for the individual.

The Comprehensive Nursing Assessment and Plan of Care Form 8584-CDS is an essential tool for healthcare professionals in Texas. Key features include:

• A comprehensive assessment of the individual's health history and current medical status
• A plan of care outlining the individual's needs and goals
• Required information from the individual's healthcare team and natural supports relationships