The community health nurse can receive a referral to a home health agency at any time. Using your knowledge of home visits, generally home care agencies make sure to do the initial visit within what time frame after receiving a referral?
A) 12 hours
B) 24 hours
C) 36 hours
D) 48 hours
B
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