An older adult patient is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM).The patient can perform self-care activities but needs help with shopping and meal preparation as well as with blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration.Which type of healthcare facility would be most appropriate for this patient?

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An assisted living facility would be most appropriate for this patient as they require help with shopping, meal preparation, and blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration. The patient is able to perform self-care activities, which would not require the level of care provided by an acute care facility or extended care facility. An ambulatory care facility is not appropriate as it is designed for outpatient care and does not provide long-term assistance with daily living activities.

An Older Adult Patient Is Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes