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Describe the purpose of the Food and Drug Administration.

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Explain how the Medicare law defines a long-term care hospital.



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Answer to Question 1

The Food and Drug Administration assures the safety of foods and cosmetics, and the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals, biological products, and medical devices.

Answer to Question 2

A long-term care hospital is defined in Medicare law as a hospital that has an average inpatient length of stay greater than 25 days. Such hospitals provide extended medical and rehabilitative care for patients who are clinically complex and may suffer from multiple acute or chronic conditions.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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