Describe recent trends in long-term care services in America.

What will be an ideal response?


Life-care facilities and continuing care retirement communities have become more common. These meet the healthcare and daily living needs of people who do not need continual care in nursing homes. Another trend is increased government funding of long-term care primarily through Medicaid (after patients spend-down their financial resources).

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A. Agonal rhythm B. Idioventricular rhythm C. Ventricular fibrillation D. Accelerated idioventricular rhythm

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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