The reference range below is the yardstick for “normal/at-baseline.” Normal findings are documented in Mode A with the skilled rationale that follows in Section 6 — never as “WNL” alone.
An adequate support system for the patient's needs.
A capable, willing caregiver without significant strain.
The patient coping and adjusting adequately to the illness.
Stable housing, food security, finances, and transportation.
Adequate resources with no unmet needs and no financial barrier to the plan.
Advance-care-planning addressed as appropriate to the situation.
No isolation concern and no indicator of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.