An Emergency Department (ED)case Manager Is Consulted for a Client

question 14

Multiple Choice

An emergency department (ED) case manager is consulted for a client who is homeless.Which intervention should the case manager provide?

• A) Communicate client needs and restrictions to support staff.
• B) Prescribe low-cost antibiotics to treat community-acquired infection.
• C) Provide referrals to subsidized community-based health clinics.
• D) Offer counseling for substance abuse and mental health disorders.

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Definitions:

Circulatory System

The body system that transports nutrients, oxygen, carbon dioxide, hormones, and blood cells to and from cells in the body to nourish it and help fight diseases.

Vertebrate

An animal possessing a backbone or spinal column, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Lymph System

A network of vessels, tissues, and organs that helps to maintain the body's fluid balance and protect it from infections.

Digestive System

A group of organs working together to convert food into energy and basic nutrients to feed the entire body.