Professional role and rightsQuestion 1027 of 1700
Which typical patient lives in a nursing home?
- A person who has a short cold
- An older adult with chronic conditions
- A healthy adult who lives alone
- A child who needs a yearly checkup
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Correct answer: An older adult with chronic conditions
Residents may have heart disease, diabetes, or past strokes.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 2.6: Health Care Settings
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026