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Managed Care Nursing

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There are various terms used in managed care to delineate types of medical care for the purpose of efficient care and costs.

Select the option below that defines acute care:
  1. Care of a persistent and ongoing condition that becomes exacerbated or recurs. The condition can traditionally be treated in a variety of inpatient or outpatient settings.
  2. Care of a serious condition in an emergency room setting to prevent loss of life or limb.
  3. Care of serious or complicated condition that comes on suddenly. Care can be provided in an outpatient or hospital setting.
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: C - Acute care is care of a serious or complicated condition that comes on suddenly. Care can be provided in an outpatient or hospital setting.

It is important to understand levels of care in relationship to delineation of where medical care can be offered efficiently and affordably.
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