Geriatrics social workers ______.

A. focus mostly on family caregiving, because about 80% of the care for older adults is rendered by informal support systems
B. enhance the creation and improvement of social policies that better people's functioning across their lifespan
C. promote humane and effective operation of delivery systems that provide services and resources to older adults and their families
D. work exclusively in nursing home settings


Answer: A

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