Managed Care Nursing

Category - Patient Issues

Which of the following is important information for the CMCN when assisting a family in finding long-term permanent care for their 80-year-old father who is not able to care for himself safely?
  1. Patient source of income and insurance
  2. Medicare Part A
  3. Assess family options for physical and financial support
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D -In order for the CMCN assist the family, they need to know the patient’s source of income, insurance, whether they have Medicare Part A, and family options for physical and financial support.

This information will assist in determining what resources are available considering that Medicare Part A does not cover unskilled or custodial care and has a limit on long-term care days.
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