Questions: Health Care Delivery Test - Study https//student.atitesting.com/Assessment PN Health Care Delivery Assessment 2.0 CLOSE Question: 17 of 23 Time Elapsed: 00:34:54 W FLAG A nurse working in an acute care facility is assisting with the care of a client who has a total brain injury and is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following facilities should the nurse anticipate the client to be transferred to for further treatment? Skilled nursing facility (SNF) Long-term care hospital (LTCH) Assisted living facility Hospice care facility PREVIOUS CONTINUE

The answer is B: Long-term care hospital (LTCH).

Explanation for each option:

1. Skilled nursing facility (SNF): SNFs provide a high level of medical care and rehabilitation services, but they are generally not equipped to handle patients who require intensive, ongoing medical treatment such as mechanical ventilation. SNFs are more suited for patients who need short-term rehabilitation or long-term care for chronic conditions that are stable.

2. Long-term care hospital (LTCH): LTCHs specialize in treating patients with serious medical conditions that require extended hospital stays, including those who need prolonged mechanical ventilation. These facilities are equipped to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex medical needs, making them the appropriate choice for a client with a total brain injury on mechanical ventilation.

3. Assisted living facility: Assisted living facilities are designed for individuals who need help with daily activities but do not require the intensive medical care provided in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. These facilities are not suitable for patients who need mechanical ventilation and continuous medical supervision.

4. Hospice care facility: Hospice care is intended for patients who are in the final stages of a terminal illness and are no longer seeking curative treatment. The focus is on palliative care and quality of life rather than intensive medical interventions. A client with a total brain injury on mechanical ventilation would not typically be transferred to a hospice care facility unless the goal of care shifts to end-of-life care.

In summary, the most appropriate facility for a client with a total brain injury who is receiving mechanical ventilation is a Long-term care hospital (LTCH).