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76 year old patient has been in the in-patient rehab department after having a right cerebellar stroke 2 weeks ago. Evaluation results indicate mild upper extremity weakness and decreased fine motor dexterity of the dominant extremity. After educating the patient on the benefits of occupational therapy, the patient continues to refuse occupational therapy services because he feels it is not needed. What is the best course of action the OT should take next?
A) Discharge the patient immediately from occupational therapy
B) Provide the patient with handouts to educate the patient about his disability
C) Document the patients response, indicating a new occupational therapist should provide treatment
D) Document the patients response and note that occupational therapy services and follow-up are not necessary