The nurse is caring for a client in the acute care setting who will need home care. The client will initially need to have:
A)
physician's order and treatment plan.
B)
nursing orders and care plan.
C)
a referral source and recommendation.
D)
approval by Medicare for payment.
A
Explanation:
A)
Home care cannot begin without physician orders and a physician-approved treatment plan. Options B and C become a part of the treatment plan. Home care reimbursement may include Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay.
Comprehension
Assessment
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
B)
Home care cannot begin without physician orders and a physician-approved treatment plan. Options B and C become a part of the treatment plan. Home care reimbursement may include Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay.
Comprehension
Assessment
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
C)
Home care cannot begin without physician orders and a physician-approved treatment plan. Options B and C become a part of the treatment plan. Home care reimbursement may include Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay.
Comprehension
Assessment
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
D)
Home care cannot begin without physician orders and a physician-approved treatment plan. Options B and C become a part of the treatment plan. Home care reimbursement may include Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay.
Comprehension
Assessment
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
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