Which of the Following Statements Describes Wealth as an Enabling

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes wealth as an enabling factor of utilization?

• A) The poor are not more likely to be admitted to a hospital or incur longer lengths of stay.
• B) The wealth of patients influences the affordability of some very expensive treatment options usually not covered by insurance.
• C) A usual source of care (USOC), all else constant, results in decreased utilization.
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

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Government Subsidies

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Reciprocity

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