Which of the following statements accurately describes an aspect of home healthcare?
A) Home healthcare is illness care provided at home.
B) Home healthcare is setting up a hospital in the home.
C) Home healthcare is designed for people with chronic, not acute illness.
D) Home healthcare is provided for people of all ages in various settings.
D
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