In caring for patients in nursing homes or extended care facilities, the nurse recognizes that some patients' care is being funded by Medicaid. Which of the following patients is most likely to be covered under Medicaid?
a. A 70-year-old recovering from a hip replacement.
b. A 6-year-old with spina bifida.
c. An elderly patient who can no longer care for herself and has no appreciable as-sets.
d. A patient with end-stage renal disease.
C
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A This patient is covered under Medicare.
B This patient is covered under Medicare.
C Medicaid does cover patients without assets who are unable to care for them-selves.
D This patient is covered under Medicare.
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A) Ambulate for increasing distances at least 3 times per day. B) Maintain bed rest except for trips to the bathroom. C) Perform active range-of-motion exercises 3 times per day. D) Perform mild housework as tolerated.
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__________________ Fill in the blank with ml/day
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a. A 68-year-old retiree who moves in with family members to babysit their 3-year-old b. A 75-year-old who lives alone and uses a cane at night and when going outside c. An 80-year-old who marries and moves into the spouse's home after selling his home d. A 92-year-old who moves to a retirement community after hip replacement surgery