An Older Patient Says That She Cannot Go Home Until

question 12

Multiple Choice

An older patient says that she cannot go home until she can walk independently because she might get "kicked out" of the apartment. The nurse realizes this patient is describing which type of living facility?

• A) A skilled nursing care facility
• B) Residential living facility
• C) Assisted living facility
• D) Adult day care

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Definitions:

Least-preferred Co-worker

A concept from the Fiedler contingency model referring to the person a leader has least preferred to work with, used to identify the leader's leadership style.

Leadership Style

Describes the approach or method a leader uses to provide direction, implement plans, and motivate people.

Hersey And Blanchard

Creators of the Situational Leadership Model which suggests that successful leadership is achieved by adjusting one's style to the maturity level of the group being led.

Highly Capable

Refers to individuals or systems that display a high level of ability, skill, or competence in specific areas.