After assessment and discussion with the family, the nurse had a list of 12 areas of need, none of which were life-threatening. Which need should the nurse address first?
A. The area in which the nurse was most expert
B. The area the family wanted to address first
C. The area in which the nurse would be most able to obtain resources to assist
D. The area that matched the agency's current marketing plan
ANS: B
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a. DRG. c. PPS. b. RBRVS. d. PPD.
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