Which of the interventions performed by licensed nurses in the home would be reimbursed by Medicare for an eligible home care client?
A. Administration of intravenous medication
B. Bathing and positioning a paraplegic client
C. Preparing a meal for a client requiring a special diet
D. Evaluating the client's home setting before discharge
A
Medicare will reimburse only for skilled nursing care that fits one of the 15 Medicare-recognized skills attributable to nursing knowledge and licensure.
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