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One of the indications for mechanical ventilation at home includes caretakers who are willing and able to perform the task of taking care of the patient, ventilator, airway, and any related medical devices or supplies.

Culture is defined as __________________.

A patient can refuse to complete an advance directive.

CMS readmission reduction program penalizes hospitals that have high short term readmission rates for certain diseases. List two of these diseases.

When comparing traditional acute care vs alternative setting care, which allows for greater independence, professional team orientation, creativity, and higher level of patient and family interaction to be rewarding?

Name two of the most important lifestyle changes patients/families need to make.

O2 therapy is the most common mode of respiratory care in alternative care settings. 

Which organization developed guidelines to help with asthma management?

CMS develop guidelines for clinical practice.

Name two states that have legalized PAS.