Which one of the following roles of the home health care nurse illustrates the role of coordinator of services?
A) Providing certification for home care
B) Providing direct physical care to the client
C) Providing information about community resources
D) Educating the client and caregiver about wound care
Ans: C
The home health care nurse is generally the coordinator of all other health care providers visiting the client. He or she is also responsible for coordinating community resources needed by the client. The nurse does not provide certification. Providing direct care is a part of the caregiver role, whereas educating about wound care is part of the educator role.
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