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notis

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on: Jul 8, 2018
The differential vulnerability hypothesis refers to:
 
  1. The resistance of certain groups to risk factors
  2. The possession of and/or an increased susceptibility to multiple cumulative risk factors in vulnerable groups
  3. The variability in the effects of stressors according to socioeconomic status
  4. The increased sensitivity of the very young and the very old to risk factors

Question 2

In any health care system there is the potential for illegal and unethical activity. Which of the following are activities documented to have occurred in the past? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Inappropriate use of home health services
  2. Inaccurate billing for services
  3. Excessive administrative staff
  4. Kick-backs for referrals


steff9894

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The differential vulnerability hypothesis refers to the possession of and/or an increased suscepti-bility to multiple cumulative risk factors in vulnerable groups.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 4
All are correct. The home care nurse must abide by established federal regulations when deliver-ing care to clients.


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