Which of the following is an appropriate referral for an older client

Which of the following is an appropriate referral for an older client who requires some assistance with daily activities within a partially protective environment?

1. Respite care
2. Extended care
3. Assisted living
4. Rehabilitative care

ANSWER

ANS: 3
The appropriate response is assisted living. A group of residents live together, each resident hav-ing his or her own room, yet sharing dining and social activity areas.
Respite care is a service that provides short-term relief for persons providing home care to the ill or disabled.
An extended care facility provides intermediate medical, nursing, or custodial care for clients re-covering from acute or chronic illness or disabilities.
Rehabilitative care includes physical, occupational and speech therapy, and social services to help restore clients to their fullest ability.