A nurse has begun working with a client who would likely benefit from home health care. Which of the following variables has the most potential to affect the course of this client's care?
A) Deinstitutionalization
B) Preferred provider arrangements
C) Authorization for home care services
D) Demographic changes
Ans: C
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An individual must meet the criteria for home care services in order for these to be authorized. In the absence of this authorization, the client is unlikely to receive the care he or she needs. Demographic changes, deinstitutionalization, and preferred provider arrangements are less likely to be relevant.
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