The information from this screening will provide guidance for the team in deciding the optimal type and intensity level of continuing rehabilitation.20 The optimal timing of the transition from acute care to active rehabilitation is generally recommended to be as soon as the patient is medically stable
enough to participate in an intensive program of therapy. Selection of the appropriate setting for
continued rehabilitation for the patient depends on the patient’s medical and functional status. The AHCPR Guideline contains a decision tree to assist caregivers in making choices for postacute
rehabilitation.