While the Nurse Is Completing a Medication History the Older

question 21

Short Answer

While the nurse is completing a medication history the older adult client says, "My medication costs so much. I am in the doughnut hole right now. Can't the government do something to help?" The nurse replies, "I understand how difficult this can be. There are plans under way to close the doughnut hole completely by ________."

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Definitions:

Neurons

Cells within the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the body's responses.

Mobilizes

To prepare and organize (groups, resources, etc.) for a purpose or action, especially in a context of urgency or conflict.

Somatic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system associated with the voluntary control of body movements through the action of skeletal muscles.