A skilled nursing home is a facility designed to offer medical care and rehabilitation services to patients requiring them. Staffed by licensed nurses and other health professionals, these facilities can conduct tasks like wound care, IV therapy, physical therapy, and medication management. It's important to note that skilled nursing homes differ from regular nursing homes, which primarily provide custodial care, such as assistance with bathing, dressing, and eating.
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