A nurse is providing home care to an aging client whose has Medicare insurance. What should the nurse explain to the client regarding the benefits of Medicare insurance?
A) Moving to senior care centers
B) Replacing care provided by the family
C) Obtaining skilled nursing or therapy
D) Obtaining payment for personal care services
C
Feedback:
The nurse should explain to the client that Medicare coverage helps in obtaining skilled nursing or skilled therapy from care providers. The care providers are reimbursed based on client feedback. A client cannot use Medicare insurance to move to a senior care center. A client is provided home care to supplement the care given by family members rather than replacing family care. Medicare does not cover payments for personal care services, such as bathing, dressing, or feeding, because it is not treating an illness or injury, even if the care may be needed because of an injury or illness.
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