Final answer:
A contribution cannot be a condition of admission, a way to expedite admission, or an assurance of continued stay for a Medicaid eligible resident. The correct answer is d. All of the above.
Step-by-step explanation:
A contribution cannot be a condition that influences the admission or treatment within a healthcare facility, especially for Medicaid eligible residents. Such contributions cannot be:
- Condition of admission: Residents or their families cannot be required to make a contribution as a prerequisite for being admitted.
- Expedited admission: A contribution cannot be used to shorten the waiting period for admission into the facility.
- Assurance of continued stay: Facilities cannot demand contributions as a guarantee for a resident's continued stay, regardless of their Medicaid status.
Therefore, the answer to the student's question is d. All of the above. Contributions should never be a factor in these processes for Medicaid patients.