A school nurse is providing health information to school ...

[sc00by25]

A school nurse is providing health information to school administrators, teachers, and par-ent-teacher groups. Which of the following roles is being implemented?
 
  a. Health educator
  b. Case manager
  c. Consultant
  d. Counselor

Question 2

Which illegal and unethical activities have occurred in health care systems in the past? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Inappropriate use of home health services
  b. Inaccurate billing for services
  c. Excessive administrative staff
  d. Kickbacks for referrals
  e. Primary care services provided in the home

[jsm54321]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
As a consultant, the school nurse provides health information to various school groups. The role of case manager is used when coordinating the health care of students with complex health prob-lems. The role of health educator is used when teaching students about the importance of proper nutrition. As a counselor, the school nurse may be the person whom the children trust to tell im-portant secrets about their health.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Examples of Medicare fraud and abuse in home health and hospice include inappropriate use of services, excessive payments to administrative staff or owners, kickbacks for referrals, and billing for visits and/or medical supplies that are not authorized or provided. The home care nurse must abide by established federal regulations when delivering care to clients.

[sc00by25]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[shewald78]

Great answer, keep it coming