The family of an older patient in a nursing home has contacted the ombudsmen program. What will the ombudsman do for the patient?
1. Investigate the complaint.
2. Deter the patient from filing a lawsuit.
3. Pursue a lawsuit on behalf of the patient.
4. Review the patient's record and determine if appropriate care has been given.
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Rationale: All states are to operate long-term care ombudsmen programs. These programs provide trained people to investigate complaints made by residents and families about care received in the facility.
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