A Number of Key Pieces of Federal Legislation Developed the National

question 9

Multiple Choice

A number of key pieces of federal legislation developed the national standards that the individual states use to regulate health insurance.Which of the following are some of these key pieces of legislation? Select all that apply.

• A)the Employee Retirement Income Security Act
• B)the New Deal (ND)
• C)the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
• D)the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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Definitions:

Pulmonary Edema

A condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of fluid in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing.

Rust-Colored Sputum

Sputum with a rust-like color, often indicating the presence of blood, and commonly associated with certain bacterial infections, such as pneumonia.

Tuberculosis

A bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs.

Night Sweats

Excessive sweating during the night, often associated with medical conditions or hormonal changes.