Which of the following patients would be a possible candidate for subacute care?
A. A patient recovering from multiple trauma injuries
B. A patient recovering from a major surgery that has left the patient weakened
C. A patient who has just had a stroke or been diagnosed with a neuromuscular disorder
D. All of these
Answer: D
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