Which of the following clients over 65 years of age meets the criteria for Medicare reimbursement for home health nursing?

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The client must demonstrate the need for skilled nursing care.Caring for a new wound and teaching family members how to provide this care demonstrates the need for a nurse to provide a skilled service to the client.Because the nursing service must be considered "skilled," custodial services alone (e.g.,sitter services and assistance with ADLs and IADLs)are not sufficient cause for Medicare reimbursement.

Which of the Following Clients Over 65 Years of Age