State which of the provided 9 Transitional Care Settings isappropriate for each case study using supporting rationale as towhy that is the best choice. PLEASE INCLUDERATIONALE. Answers should be at least 150 words but not toexceed 200 words.
Transition choices:
1. ACE
2. Adult Day Care
3. Skilled Nursing Facility/Custodial/Chronic
4. Skilled Nursing Facility/Short Term
5. CCRC
6. Shared Housing
7. Assisted Living
8. PACE
9. Home Care
Question: Gabriella Gonzales is an 81 year oldfemale who lives at home with her wife Emily, who cares for her.Gabriella and Emily both have Type 2 Diabetes. Gabriella also hasdiabetic neuropathy which has contributed to recent falls, anddiabetic ulcers that require constant wound care by Emily. At lastcheck, Gabriella’s A1C was 11%, which Emily contributes toGabriella’s refusal to take her Metformin. Gabriella also has somemild confusion and is often incontinent. Gabriella is eligible fornursing home care but Emily states “she will live with me until shedies,” although Emily realizes she cannot provide all the necessarycare on her own. Gabriella’s health care is covered by Medicare andMedicaid and they are lucky enough to live close to Johns HopkinsHospital. What is the best plan of care for Gabriella? What is therationale for your decision?
State which of the provided 9 Transitional Care Settings is appropriate for each case study using supporting rationale a
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