A nurse is giving a talk to a local community group about those who are disabled in the community. The group is interested in what trends are impacting the care of people who are disabled in the community
What would the nurse be sure to mention in her talk?
A) Extended rehabilitation care
B) Independent living
C) Acute-care center treatment
D) State institutions that provide care for life
Ans: B
Feedback: There is a growing trend toward independent living for patients who are severely disabled, either alone or in groups. The goal is integration into the community. The nurse would be sure to mention this fact when talking to a local community group. The nurse would not talk about extended rehabilitation care, acute-care center treatment, or state institutions.
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