The Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988 Implemented Spousal Impoverishment

question 17

Multiple Choice

The Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988 implemented Spousal Impoverishment Protection Legislation in 1989 to prevent married couples from being required to spend down income and other liquid assets (cash and property) before one of the partners could be declared eligible for Medicaid coverage for nursing facility care. The spouse residing at home is called the __________ spouse.

• A) community
• B) eligible
• C) partner
• D) surviving

Recognize the emotional aspects underlying different sexual styles and their compatibility with relationship satisfaction.

Understand the diversity and commonalities in sexual fantasies across genders.

Grasp the significance of sexual positions and preferences in achieving sexual pleasure and control.

Identify and explain the components and functions of sexual scripts.

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