A Patient with Poorly Controlled Diabetes,hospitalized for a Leg Ulcer,is

A patient with poorly controlled diabetes,hospitalized for a leg ulcer,is being discharged on insulin,new medications,and the expectation to perform capillary blood glucose measurements,which has never been done.Is a referral to home care appropriate for this patient?

A) Yes; the patient is in need of skilled services and,therefore,is eligible for home care services.
B) Yes; the patient has been unable to control the diabetes,is noncompliant,and needs to be monitored.
C) No; the patient should remain hospitalized because of too many needs for home care services.
D) No; the patient should be able to provide self-care.