Jerry Adams is a new client being served by a home health care agency. Jerry has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and his family is exploring options for long-term care
Jerry's daughter wants to try to manage his care at home as long as possible but needs assistance when she is at work or when she must be away to meet other obligations. The most appropriate options for the family to explore include:
1. Adult day care and nursing homes.
2. Long-term home health care and respite care.
3. Nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities.
4. Respite care and adult day care.
5. Skilled nursing facilities and long-term home health care.
ANS: 4
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