A nurse who is providing diabetes screening at a community clinic discovers that a new client has type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse provides counseling, refers the client to an endocrinologist for initial assessment and treatment,
arranges for the client to see someone regarding financial assistance, contacts the mobile van to arrange transportation, and sets up a follow-up appointment. Which of the following types of service do these actions represent?
a. Case management
b. Client advocacy
c. Holistic care
d. Wrap-around services
ANS: A
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).