The client is a 75-year-old widow who has lived alone in her home since her spouse died 15 years ago. The client fell in her home and now needs help with bathing, mobility, and meal preparations. Based on the information, ____________________ care would best suit the client's needs.

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Long-term care facilities are defined by the level of care they provide. They may be skilled-nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities, or a combination of the two. Some institutions provide convalescent care for individuals recovering from acute illness or injury, some provide long-term care for individuals with chronic illness or disabilities, and others provide both types of assistance. Level of functioning, as determined by the ability to perform various behaviors or activities-such as bathing, eating, mobility, meal preparation, handling finances, judgment, and memory-is a measurable risk factor. The need for ongoing assistance from another person is critical in determining the need for long-term care.

The Client Is a 75-Year-Old Widow Who Has Lived Alone