Which term describes care that is individualized and focuses on recognizing and developing each person's capabilities and dignity?

• A. Outpatient Care
• B. Person-Directed or Person-Centered Care
• C. Care Plan
• D. Policy

Answer: (B)

This question tests understanding of person-centered care, which means care that is tailored to the individual, honors their dignity, and builds on what they can do. It focuses on recognizing each person’s unique preferences, values, and abilities and involving them in decisions about their care. By asking about goals that matter to the person, supporting autonomy, and adapting services to fit their life, this approach emphasizes treating the person as a whole rather than just completing tasks. Outpatient care refers to where care is given, a care plan is a documented set of interventions, and policy is about rules—none of these capture the idea of individualized care that centers on dignity and capability in the way person-centered care does.