What patient would be appropriately transferred to an assisted living facility by the nurse?
1. The patient requiring ongoing skilled-nursing observation
2. The patient recovered enough to return to work and daily life
3. The child burned in a fire who lost both parents to the tragedy
4. The patient who needs minimal assistance in performing activities of daily living but cannot live alone
ANS: 4
The patient requiring ongoing skilled-nursing observation would be most appropriately transferred to an extended care facility, specifically one that provides skilled care. The patient recovered enough to return to work and daily life would be discharged to home. The child burned in a fire after losing both parents to the tragedy would require acute care initially. The patient who needs minimal assistance in performing activities of daily living but cannot live alone would be appropriate for an assisted-living center, where minimal assistance and no constant supervision are provided.
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