Which of the following nursing care approaches provides for the most continuity of care for the restorative patient?
a. Primary nursing c. Telehealth nursing
b. Functional nursing d. Case Management nursing
D
Continuity of care for the restorative patient is a nursing goal in all types of settings. One of the most effective ways of accomplishing this is through case management or the collaborative process that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the options and services required to meet the patient's health and human service needs. Case management lends itself to rehabilitation patients with complex long-term needs.
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