A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who states, "I don't feel confident driving to my follow-up appointments." The nurse should obtain a referral for which of the following members of the health care team?

Rationale: A. Occupational therapist: An occupational therapist helps clients regain skills for daily living and can assess driving ability, but they are not typically responsible for arranging transportation or addressing confidence-related psychosocial issues. A referral may follow but is not the first step here. B. Social worker: A social worker assists clients with coping and resource coordination, including transportation services, community support, and addressing emotional or confidence barriers. This makes them the most appropriate referral when a client is unsure about attending follow-up care. C. Primary care provider: While the PCP oversees general medical care and referrals, they are not responsible for coordinating transportation. The nurse can directly initiate a more appropriate referral rather than relying on the PCP for this non-medical concern. D. Physical therapist: A physical therapist focuses on improving physical function, mobility, and strength. They do not handle transportation issues or confidence concerns related to attending appointments, making them less relevant in this context.