The nurse confirms that the cost of caring for a relatively unimpaired older adult in a private home is approximately what fraction of the cost of placing the older adult in a long-term care facility?
a.
b. 1/3
c.
d. 2/3
ANS: C
It costs approximately half as much to care for an older adult at home as it would cost in a long-term care facility.
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