Which of the following BEST defines a "skilled nursing facility"?

A. A healthcare facility that provide transitional, rehabilitative care for patients who require care and services for a short period of time
B. A healthcare facility that provides housing for chronically ill patients who require a variety of healthcare services, including nursing care; physical, speech, or occupational therapy; rehabilitation; and other services of care
C. A healthcare facility that offers intensive therapeutic treatment or support for a patient whose condition does not warrant admission into an inpatient facility; most commonly provides psychiatric and mental healthcare
D. A healthcare facility that provide extended healthcare services for patients who require extensive or ongoing care, therapeutic support, or assistance with activities of daily living


B

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