An older patient with terminal cancer is considering hospice care but is concerned that Medicare will stop payments if the care is provided for longer than 6 months
What can the nurse respond to this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Medicare does not limit the hospice benefit.
2. Medicare regulations discourage a longer use of the benefit.
3. Hospice costs more than traditional hospital or long-term care.
4. Patient may enroll when the life expectancy is 6 months or less.
5. Hospice supports the family for 6 months after the patient's death.
1,2,4
Rationale: Medicare law does not limit the hospice benefit.
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