In long-term care (LTC), how does a transfer differ from a discharge?

• A. Transfer is a temporary move within the facility; discharge is an actual move out of the facility or termination of residency.
• B. A transfer ends residency; discharge is a temporary relocation within the same facility.
• C. A transfer requires physician clearance; a discharge does not.
• D. A transfer involves only administrative changes; discharge involves housing changes.

Answer: (A)