The nurse who is in the role of case manager has the responsibilities of: (Select all that apply.)
a. Making home care arrangements
b. Performing hands-on care of the patient in the home
c. Monitoring the continuum of care
d. Managing medical care
e. Assessing the needs of the patient and family
A, C, D, E
The case manager arranges for home care by organizing medical care, assessing the needs of the patient and family, and organizing the availability of necessary equipment. The case manager does not do hands-on care.
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