Chapter 1 - Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care 4th Edition

Chapter 1 - Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care 4th Edition providers - Correct Answer-people or organizations that provide health care, including doctors, nurses, clinics, and agencies. facilities - Correct Answer-in medicine, places where health care is delivered or administered, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and treatment centers. payers - Correct Answer-people or organizations paying for healthcare services. long-term care (LTC) - Correct Answer-care given in long-term care facilities for people who need 24-hour skilled care. skilled care - Correct Answer-medically necessary care given by a skilled nurse or therapist. length of stay - Correct Answer-the number of days a person stays in a healthcare facility. terminal illness - Correct Answer-a disease or condition that will eventually cause death. chronic illness - Correct Answer-a disease or condition that is long-term or long-lasting and requires management of symptoms