### Question
Can you define what nursing facility means?


### Answer
**Nursing facility** is defined as the following in *34 U.S.C. § 41105*:

> a facility or institution (or a distinct part of an institution) that is primarily engaged in providing to residents of the facility or institution nursing care, including skilled nursing care, and related services for individuals who require medical or nursing care

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 41105*
  - Heading: **Subtitle IV-Criminal Records and Information > CHAPTER 411-ACCESS TO CRIMINAL HISTORY AND IDENTIFICATION RECORDS**

