In which of the following ways does skilled nursing care differ from intermediate nursing care?

In which of the following ways does skilled nursing care differ from intermediate nursing care?



a. Skilled care is normally given in a nursing or convalescent home, and intermediate care is usually given at home.

b. Skilled care is performed by skilled medical personnel; intermediate care does not require medical training.

c. Skilled care must be available 24 hours daily; intermediate care is available daily, but not on a 24-hour basis.

d. Skilled care includes rehabilitation services; intermediate care meets daily personal needs like bathing.



Answer: c. Skilled care must be available 24 hours daily; intermediate care is available daily, but not on a 24-hour basis.

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