The nurse understands that home health care is provided to clients who are:
A)
chronically ill, disabled, or recuperating.
B)
acutely ill.
C)
unable to afford hospitalization.
D)
not covered by medical insurance.
A
Explanation:
A)
Home health care is provided to the chronically ill, those with disabilities, or clients recovering from an acute illness. Acutely ill clients need to be in an inpatient facility. Insurance and payment options may impact the type and/or length of care provided in the home.
Knowledge
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
B)
Home health care is provided to the chronically ill, those with disabilities, or clients recovering from an acute illness. Acutely ill clients need to be in an inpatient facility. Insurance and payment options may impact the type and/or length of care provided in the home.
Knowledge
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
C)
Home health care is provided to the chronically ill, those with disabilities, or clients recovering from an acute illness. Acutely ill clients need to be in an inpatient facility. Insurance and payment options may impact the type and/or length of care provided in the home.
Knowledge
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
D)
Home health care is provided to the chronically ill, those with disabilities, or clients recovering from an acute illness. Acutely ill clients need to be in an inpatient facility. Insurance and payment options may impact the type and/or length of care provided in the home.
Knowledge
Implementation
Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care
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