Long Term and Outpatient Care

Long Term Acute Care

• Patients with serious medical problems requiring continued medical treatment.
• Typical stay: 20 to 30 days.

Skilled Nursing Facility

• Provides less intense level of care than a traditional hospital.
• Length of stay: a few days up to 100 days.

Residential Care

• Long-term care in a nursing home setting.
• Care is provided around the clock.
• Staffed by RNs, CNAs, and LPNs.

Assisted Living

• Offers less nursing care than long-term care facilities.
• Provides 24-hour assistance.
• Assistance with medication and personal care.
• Meals are often provided.

Memory Care

• Care for residents with cognitive issues.
• 24-hour care provided by CNAs.
• RN or LPN availability: on the unit or on call.

Outpatient Care

• Examples:
  • Ambulatory care units
  • Observation units
  • Mental Health Services
  • Cardiac rehabilitation
  • Ambulatory Care Clinics
  • Health Dept.
  • Medical office

Home Health Care

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