How would a typical home care nurse spend the majority of his or her time?
a. Providing direct care in clients' homes
b. Calling physicians and getting certification for treatment
c. Supervising the home health aides who are giving the client's personal care
d. Teaching other family members and home care aides how to care for the client
ANS: D
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