The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) affected nursing homes by
a. allowing residents more choice in the selection of a nursing home.
b. mandating that each resident have a private room and bath.
c. producing profound reforms in nursing home care.
d. providing for better funding to meet the needs of the residents.
C
OBRA caused profound reforms in long-term care facilities.
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