A nurse is a case manager for a home health care agency. The nurse often orders supplies for patients seen by the agency. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Negotiate for cheaper prices from suppliers.
b. Investigate what each patient's insurance will cover.
c. Refer the patient to the closest supply source.
d. Use the same supplier for all patients' needs.
ANS: B
The case manager in home health care must be a well-versed financial steward and understand what each patient's insurance will cover to maximize the patient's benefit.
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