When preparing a patient who has had gastric surgery to go home, what information is given to the patient, significant other, and family?
A) Location of local senior center
B) Locations of elder care facilities
C) End-of-life care, when indicated
D) Contact number for Meals-on-Wheels
Ans: C
Feedback: Information about community support groups and end-of-life care is provided to the patient, family, or significant other when indicated. The location of the local senior center, elder care facilities, or the contact number for Meals-on-Wheels would probably not be appropriate for all patients as many are under the age of 55.
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