A nurse in a long-term care setting that is funded by Medicare and Medicaid is completing standardized protocols for assessment and care planning for reimbursement. Which task is the nurse completing?

A) A minimum data set
B) An admission assessment and acuity level
C) A focused assessment/specific body system
D) An intake assessment form and auditing phase

Standardized Protocols

Agreed-upon methods and procedures designed to consistently achieve specific results, often used in healthcare to ensure quality and safety.

Minimum Data Set

A standardized set of health care data points collected for the purpose of consistent assessment and comparison across various settings.

Long-Term Care

Services and support provided for individuals who cannot care for themselves due to aging, disability, or chronic illness, often including both medical and non-medical care.