You are a CNL on an orthopedic-trauma unit caring for Mr. B, a 43 yo Hispanic male, who is paralyzed from the waist down following a pedestrian accident. He has a wife and daughter. Together they live...

1. You are a CNL on an orthopedic-trauma unit caring for Mr. B, a 43 yo Hispanic male, who is paralyzed from the waist down following a pedestrian accident. He has a wife and daughter. Together they live in a walk-up apartment in a neighboring state. He speaks limited English and is being prepared for discharge to a rehabilitation facility closer to his home.

There are 4 components that are critical to the CNL role of lateral integration: communication, collaboration, coordination, and evaluation. Select one of these components and discuss how this component broadly contributes to the coordinated processes of patient care within and across care settings. Provide at least one example of a critical behavior or skill within the identified component and how it could contribute to an improved outcome for Mr. B.