Discussion Post
• What are some of the home care options available for the elderly who do not meet the criteria for skilled care? Discuss the home care visit requirements for Medicare. Include your views of the dynamic health policies that are now affecting reimbursement for these services. Do you see this as a step forward or a step backward in terms of overall services to the elderly?.
• A 68-year-old male with a past medical history significant for atrial fibrillation recently had a large left frontal lobe infarct. The family asks you, "Will he ever be normal again?" Differentiate between his possible impairments versus disabilities. What types of therapies would you order for this patient? Include your rationale.
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.