What was the poverty guideline for a family of four in mainland ...

[lracut11]

What was the poverty guideline for a family of four in mainland United States in 2013?
 
  a. Below 23,550
  b. Below 25,250
  c. Below 28,550
  d. Below 32,250

Question 2

A nurse would like to influence an internal private health policy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
 
  a. Build or join a private entrepreneurial practice to provide lower cost services to underserved groups
  b. Participate in public discussions regarding quality and managed care
  c. Support nursing research done that demonstrates positive clinical and economic outcomes
  d. Write managed care organizations to request that nurses receive reimbursement for health services to clients

[Swizqar]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A four-person household must make less than 23,550 to be considered under the poverty guideline according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Internal nursing action is from within the agency, such as holding an important management position. Nurses can support and use nursing research that demonstrates positive clinical and economic outcomes. Such action also serves to validate the importance of nursing within the health system. External strategies can include participation in discussions regarding aspects of care or seeking employment in entrepreneurial practices.

[lracut11]

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