Chronic Illness Occurs Over a Long Period with Occasional Acute

question 24

Multiple Choice

Chronic illness occurs over a long period with occasional acute exacerbations and remissions. Nursing activities should be holistic. Which of the following is a goal of chronic care?

• A) Focusing on caregiver skills
• B) Preventing complications
• C) Moving chronically ill to long-term care facilities
• D) Reversing the effects of chronic disease

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