An 81-year-old resident of an intermediate care facility has been assessed and the nurse believes that a move to a skilled nursing facility may be justified. What aspect of the resident's health would warrant a move to a skilled nursing facility?

Question

A) The resident has been referred to the Visiting Nurses' Association.
B) The resident's husband of many decades recently died.
C) The resident has been prescribed oral anticoagulants to prevent stroke.
D) The resident has developed pressure ulcers on the backs of her heals.

Answer 1

D
Feedback:
Conditions that require active medical treatment, such as pressure ulcers, may warrant a move to skilled nursing facility. The death of a spouse, involvement of the VNA or use of anticoagulants would not normally justify this move.