There were approximately 36 million Americans over the age of 65 ...

[Shelles]

There were approximately 36 million Americans over the age of 65 years in 2000 and this number is expected to grow to 71 million by 2030
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

An older patient who is repeatedly admitted to the hospital tells the nurse it is because of the inability to purchase prescribed medications. What should the nurse respond to the patient?
 
  1. Do you not have insurance?
  2. I'm not surprised that you can't afford them. You are on a lot of medications.
  3. There are ways to reduce the cost of medications, such as using Medicare Part D.
  4. I will contact our social services department so the hospital will provide your medications.

[Perkypinki]

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Asking the patient about insurance is not an appropriate response for the nurse to make.