The daughter of an older patient asks the nurse the best way to select a physician for the patient. What advice should the nurse provide to the daughter?
1. I would recommend you consider Dr. Smith.
2. An internist would be the best provider of care for the patient.
3. A general practitioner would provide the best type of care for the patient.
4. Family nurse practitioners would be the best care providers for the patient.
Question 2
The daughter of a 67-year-old client hospitalized for pneumonia voices concerns to the nurse about the hospital bills. The daughter asks if her mother is old enough to qualify for Medicaid. What information should the nurse provide to the client?
A) Medicaid is available to individuals once they reach the age of 65.
B) Medicaid is intended to assist low-income individuals over the age of 65.
C) Older adults are eligible for Medicaid if they are planning to enter a long-term care facility.
D) Eligibility for Medicaid is based upon income, not age.
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