An 89-year-old man, recently discharged from a rehabilitation hospital because of his inability to concentrate and frequent memory lapses, cannot be left alone while his family works because of safety concerns
What options can the discharge planning team suggest that will give the greatest quality of life to the patient? 1. Placement in a day care center from 8 AM to 5 PM daily
2. Placement in a long-term psychiatric facility
3. Placement in a high-security nursing home
4. Admission to a general hospital for evaluation
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Day care centers provide supervision, safety, nutritious meals, and socialization while the caregiving family works.
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