A nurse is implementing a population-focused model of home care delivery. Which of the fol-lowing actions would most likely be taken by the nurse?
a. Use an assessment protocol when con-ducting visits
b. Collaborate with other disciplines
c. Provide care for a specific population
d. Apply high-intensity interventions
ANS: A
Population-focused home care models of care usually include structured approaches to regular visits with assessment protocols, focused health education, counseling, and health-related support and coaching.
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