CARD Q089
A person needs ongoing help with bathing and dressing, but no skilled treatment. What type of care is most directly described?
- Acute inpatient care
- Custodial care
- Skilled nursing care
- Rehabilitative therapy
Custodial care
Custodial care helps with daily living activities. Medicare generally does not cover long-term custodial care when it is the only care needed.
Why each choice is right or wrong
A. Acute inpatient care
Incorrect. The scenario describes ongoing assistance, not acute inpatient treatment.
B. Custodial care
Correct. Custodial care helps with daily living activities. Medicare generally does not cover long-term custodial care when it is the only care needed.
C. Skilled nursing care
Incorrect. No skilled treatment need is stated.
D. Rehabilitative therapy
Incorrect. No rehabilitative therapy is described.
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