The Nurse Admitting a Debilitated Patient to a Long-Term Care

Multiple Choice

The nurse admitting a debilitated patient to a long-term care facility initially assesses the patient using the Katz Index.The student asks why the nurse chose that tool.What answer by the nurse is best?

A) It is quick and simple for a baseline.
B) The Katz Index is mandated by Medicare.
C) It is comprehensive in nature.
D) It shows functioning in 12 areas.