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urbanoutfitters · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Admission to long-term care is typically a culmination in a long series of health problems and functional limitations. Which of the following problems is most likely to precipitate admission to long-term care?

A) Kidney disease
B) Traumatic injury
C) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
D) Dementia

Question 2

Which of the following actions exemplifies the nurses' role in home care of an older adult? (Select all that apply.)

A) Coordinate a multidisciplinary team.
B) Perform ADL care for clients.
C) Provide resources to caregivers to reduce caregiver stress.
D) Refer available community resources.
E) Teach about interventions to provide quality care.

angrybirds13579 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
In contrast to admissions for skilled nursing care that are associated with a hospitalization, admissions to long-term care commonly occur after a period of gradual decline in functioning because of a chronic condition, such as dementia. Studies indicate that more severe functional limitations, cognitive impairment, and problematic behaviors in people with dementia are predictors of admission to nursing facilities for long-term care.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, D, E
Nurses who provide skilled home care services typically assume a primary coordinating role with a multidisciplinary team. Nursing responsibilities include referrals for additional services. Nurses direct their interventions toward the caregivers providing teaching about interventions, and they address needs of the caregiver related to information about resources and ways to reduce caregiver stress.