A setting in which the new graduate gives total care to one patient; is totally independent; provides care in the home, hospital, or other facility; is paid directly by the patient; and is legally responsible for his or her own actions is:
a. home health nursing.
b. private duty nursing.
c. patient care nursing.
d. agency care nursing.
B
The private duty nurse gives total care to one patient.
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