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jrubin

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on: Jul 17, 2018
The federal government divides nursing homes into two categories: a skilled nursing facility or an intermediate care facility. Which type of nurse supervises the care of clients in an intermediate care facility?
 
  A) Registered nurse
  B) Licensed practical nurse
  C) Nursing assistant
  D) Unlicensed assistive personnel

Question 2

A newly recruited nurse asks a registered nurse (RN) what services are available to clients in various healthcare systems. What is an area of specialization of an intensive care unit (ICU)?
 
  A) Diabetic
  B) Hospice
  C) Neonatal
  D) Home intensive healthcare


djpooyouma

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The intermediate care facility provides 24-hour service to clients by nursing assistants or unlicensed assistive personnel under the supervision of a licensed practical nurse. The registered nurse (RN) acts as a consultant in the intermediate care facility. The skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour nursing care to clients under the supervision of an RN.

Answer to Question 2

C
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An ICU specializes in medical, surgical, respiratory, coronary, burn, neonatal, and pediatric care. Managed care systems provide diabetic care, hospice care, and home healthcare.


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