The outcome priority for the patient in tertiary care is to:
a. regain or attain as much independence as possible.
b. extend the time in tertiary care as long as possible.
c. ensure total independence with self-care.
d. avoid acquired infections while in the tertiary facility.
A
The outcome priority of tertiary health care is to ensure that the patient regains or attains as much independence as possible
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