Why Are Nurses Increasingly Providing Care in Clients' Homes Rather

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why are nurses increasingly providing care in clients' homes rather than in hospitals? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Home care is less expensive.
• B)It is much more efficient to give care in the home.
• C)Nurses prefer to give home care with individual attention.
• D)People prefer to receive care in their homes rather than in hospitals.

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