A client who is hospitalized for treatment after a stroke asks the nurse how long Medicare can be expected to cover his treatment. What is the nurse's most informative response?
a. "Your Part B will cover your hospital care as long as is necessary."
b. "Your health care provider will determine how long your Medicare coverage will be in effect."
c. "You are allowed 50 days of inpatient care annually."
d. "You can receive skilled care for up to 100 days."
D
Persons hospitalized for skilled nursing care receive 100 days of Medicare coverage.
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