The 80-Year-Old Woman Who Is Recovering from a Stroke Is

The 80-year-old woman who is recovering from a stroke is being sent to a skilled care facility. She is concerned about the expense. The nurse can decrease anxiety by explaining that Medicare will cover extended-care facility costs for what period of time?

A) A period of 30 days
B) A period of 45 days for physical therapy
C) A period of 100 days for needed skilled care
D) Until she is able to be discharged home