Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason Why More

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason why more White and Black elderly are more likely to be in nursing homes than Hispanic, Asian, and Native Americans?

• A) Multigenerational residence before poor health is more likely among these minorities, and thus care after ill health is already established.
• B) Nursing homes, especially of quality, are expensive and difficult to pay for.
• C) Hispanic, Asian, and Native American elderly tend to be in better health and are less prone to dementia than Black and White Americans.
• D) Racial-ethnic minorities may anticipate parental discomfort from the use of English, different food, and cultural value and expectations differ.

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