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A student nurse questions the nursing instructor about the constant information being relayed in reports about the client's method of payment.
 
  The student reports not understanding why this is being emphasized, as it is not the real focus of the nurse. What response by the nursing instructor is indicated?
  A) Since pay status is a concern of the client, it must be considered by nurses as well.
  B) Understanding healthcare reimbursement is important for nurses to best be able to manage resources.
  C) That information is just intended to be relayed to the case manager.
  D) We listen to that information so we understand how many days the client will be allowed to remain in the hospital.

Question 2

A 70-year-old client hospitalized after a CVA is preparing for transfer to a long-term care facility that offers rehabilitation care services. It is estimated the client will be at the new facility for at least 4 weeks.
 
  When considering payment for the services, the nurse understands:
  A) Medicaid is not an option for this client because the age criteria have not been met.
  B) Medicaid will not be available to assist with the medical bills, as the client is planning to return home after leaving the rehabilitation facility.
  C) Medicare may likely cover the rehabilitation as long as the appropriate documentation is submitted.
  D) Medicare will cover only the acute care services, as the client is planning to return to home after leaving the rehabilitation facility.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C



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