The family of a home-care patient asks the nurse to explain private duty nursing. How should the nurse respond to this question? (Select all that apply.)
a. "It is covered by Medicare."
b. "It is covered by Medicaid."
c. "It is considered an out-of-pocket expense."
d. "Most duties focus on companionship and respite care."
e. "Specific licensure is required to become a private duty nurse."
f. "Either licensed nurses or unlicensed assistive personnel may be used."
ANS: C, D, F
C. D. F. Private duty nursing consists of scheduled care to assist the patient with personal and homemaking needs that often focus more on companionship and respite care. Either licensed nurses or unlicensed assistive personnel may be used. A. B. Private duty is not covered by Medicare and Medicaid. E. No specific licensure is required. It is an out-of-pocket expense.
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