Author Question: The nurse works in the local hospital emergency room, treating patients with serious illnesses as ... (Read 487 times)

kshipps · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The nurse works in the local hospital emergency room, treating patients with serious illnesses as well as those requiring teaching to prevent injury. What level of healthcare services is the nurse providing?

1. Primary
2. Secondary
3. Tertiary
4. Primary and secondary

Question 2

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act what will happen to individuals who do not purchase health insurance?

1. They cannot receive medical care.
2. They can be arrested and jailed.
3. They are fined for noncompliance.
4. They are charged more for healthcare.

k.lashomb · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4
The nurse provides primary care in promoting health to the patient with minor illness and preventing disease through the teaching provided. However, the nurse also provides secondary care to those with acute illness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act contains a contingency for individuals to be fined if they fail to buy health insurance.