The nurse admitting a debilitated patient to a long-term care facility initially assesses the patient using the Katz Index.The student asks why the nurse chose that tool.What answer by the nurse is best?
A) It is quick and simple for a baseline.
B) The Katz Index is mandated by Medicare.
C) It is comprehensive in nature.
D) It shows functioning in 12 areas.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q1: A nurse who cares for older adults
Q3: The gerontologic nurse admitting a patient to
Q4: A patient is being admitted after a
Q5: An older patient is admitted for bacterial
Q6: The registered nurse in a long-term care
Q7: A 76-year-old postsurgical diabetic patient has reported
Q8: An older patient is reluctant to report
Q9: The nurse has used the Yesavage Gerontologic
Q10: A nurse is conducting an admission interview
Q11: The gerontologic unit nursing manager evaluates that
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents