In a single course of illness, the patient was seen by her primary care physician, referred to a specialist, admitted for outpatient surgery, and then discharged with home health. These episodes are an example of a(n):
A. managed care plan.
B. patient engagement.
C. continuum of care.
D. high-level medical encounter.
Answer: C
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