The Nurse Admitting a Debilitated Patient to a Long-Term Care

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse admitting a debilitated patient to a long-term care facility initially assesses the patient using the Katz Index.The student asks why the nurse chose that tool.What answer by the nurse is best?

• A)It is quick and simple for a baseline.
• B)The Katz Index is mandated by Medicare.
• C)It is comprehensive in nature.
• D)It shows functioning in 12 areas.

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