Marianne Smith is a volunteer nurse at a homeless clinic. One Tuesday, Marianne worked with Ben, a 67-year-old alcoholic who has been homeless for 8 years. Marianne discussed Ben's situation with him for an hour,
cared for blisters on his feet, and provided him with new socks. She then referred him to the social worker for exploration of benefits for which Ben may be eligible. When working with Ben, Marianne performed the roles of:
1. Counselor, direct care provider, collaborator.
2. Direct care provider, educator, advocate.
3. Educator, coordinator, consultant.
4. Facilitator, collaborator, counselor.
ANS: 1
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