An older patient who is still physically active complains of progressive inability to maintain the home. The patient wants to research other living options and has significant financial resources
What should the nurse recommend to help meet the patient's living needs? 1. Adult day care
2. Retirement community
3. Skilled-nursing facility
4. Residential care facility
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Rationale: Adult day care is an option for people with multiple comorbidities or people who need daytime supervision and activities. This type of setting would not be appropriate for the patient.
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