The nurse is establishing criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children. What should the nurse include when planning this approach to care? Select all that apply
1. Providers partner with the family.
2. Children are known by the provider.
3. Home visits are made when necessary.
4. Specialty care can be accessed if necessary.
5. Communication with family occurs routinely.
1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include partnering with the family in the child's care.
2. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include being well known by a physician or nurse who provides the usual source of sick care.
3. Home visits are a part of home care.
4. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include having access to specialty care.
5. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include spending adequate time communicating clearly with the family.
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