Which of the following nursing home facilities offers the residents a range of services from independent living to skilled nursing care?
A. Skilled nursing facilities
B. Chronic care facilities
C. Residential facilities
D. Nursing facilities
C
Residential facilities, which include rest homes and assisted living or continuing care facilities, can provide a continuum of services ranging from independent living to skilled care. Nursing facilities provide custodial care; skilled nursing facilities and chronic care facilities provide ser-vices requiring licensed health care professionals.
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