In Most States, Workers' Compensation Is First-Dollar and Last-Dollar Coverage

question 175

Multiple Choice

In most states, workers' compensation is first-dollar and last-dollar coverage, which means that workers' compensation programs

• A) Can place limits on the benefits they will pay for a given claim
• B) Can deny coverage for work-related illness or injury if the employer is not at fault
• C) Must pay 100% of work-related medical and disability expenses
• D) Can hold employers liable for additional amounts that result from court decisions

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Definitions:

Tracheostomy Ties

Bands or ties used to secure a tracheostomy tube to a patient's neck, ensuring the tube remains in place for proper breathing support.

Square Knot

A type of knot used for securing rope or line, characterized by its simplicity and reliability; often used for tying two ends of a string or rope together.

Outer Cannula

A tube that is part of a tracheostomy device, inserted through a stoma into the trachea to maintain an open airway.

Inadequate Chest Expansion

A condition where there is not enough movement in the chest wall during breathing, potentially indicating respiratory issues.