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The 80-year-old woman who is recovering from a stroke is being sent to an extended-care facility. She is concerned about the expense. The nurse can allay anxiety by explaining that Medicare will cover extended-care facility costs:
 
  a. for a period of 30 days.
  b. for a period of 45 days for physical therapy.
  c. for a period of 100 days for needed skilled care.
  d. until she is able to be discharged home.

Question 2

When discussing extended care with a patient who has had a hip replacement and needs physical therapy, the nurse would recommend a(n):
 
  a. basic care facility.
  b. skilled care facility.
  c. subacute care facility.
  d. assisted-living residence.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B



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