A client tells the nurse that she is unable to have routine ...

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A client tells the nurse that she is unable to have routine health care because of the lack of health insurance. How should the nurse respond regarding the Affordable Care Act? Select all that apply.
 
  1. There is no annual limit on insurance coverage.
  2. Requires enrollment to occur when a specific age is reached.
  3. Health insurance can be obtained with pre-existing medical conditions.
  4. Provides a tax credit for middle- and low-income families to cover a part of the cost.
  5. Young adults can be covered under parents' health insurance for longer periods of time.

Question 2

The nurse is establishing criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children. What should the nurse include when planning this approach to care? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Providers partner with the family.
  2. Children are known by the provider.
  3. Home visits are made when necessary.
  4. Specialty care can be accessed if necessary.
  5. Communication with family occurs routinely.

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Answer to Question 1

1, 3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. The Affordable Care Act eliminates annual limits on insurance coverage.
2. Enrollment when a specific age is reached is a characteristic of Medicare.
3. The Affordable Care Act ends pre-existing condition exclusions for children.
4. The Affordable Care Act provides more affordable health insurance options including tax credits for middle- and low-income families. These credits cover a major portion of the cost.
5. The Affordable Care Act keeps young adults covered by their parents' healthcare insurance for a longer period.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include partnering with the family in the child's care.
2. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include being well known by a physician or nurse who provides the usual source of sick care.
3. Home visits are a part of home care.
4. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include having access to specialty care.
5. Criteria for a medical or healthcare home for children include spending adequate time communicating clearly with the family.