You are the case manager of a group of patients with a diagnosis of spina bifida. You recognize that the center of care for these patients occurs where?
A) In the hospital
B) In the physician's office
C) In the home
D) In the rehabilitation facility
Ans: C
Feedback: The day-to-day management of illness is largely the responsibility of people with chronic disorders and their families. As a result, the home, rather than the hospital, is the center of care in chronic conditions. Hospitals, clinics, physician's offices, nursing homes, nursing centers, and community agencies are considered adjuncts or back-up services to daily home management.
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