A Nurse Is Concerned That There Is an Overuse of Services

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse is concerned that there is an overuse of services by clients receiving care from a local physician. Which of the following statements describes what is occurring in this situation?

• A) Treatment decisions are made conservatively.
• B) Disability and mortality are being reduced.
• C) Disparities in quality of care provided are increasing.
• D) Unnecessary tests, surgeries, and treatments are being ordered.

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