In the near Future, the Largest Segment of the Population

question 3

Multiple Choice

In the near future, the largest segment of the population will be those over age 65 years. To advocate for this vulnerable population, a nurse was a strong supporter for the Medicare Modernization Act (Medicare Part D) , which:

• A) provided vision care benefits to elderly persons who were diagnosed as legally blind.
• B) removed limits to access to mental health/substance abuse services which are the most commonly used service in this population.
• C) provided coverage for medications for Medicare enrollees that constituted a huge expense for the elderly.
• D) expanded the practice opportunities for advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) who provide the majority of care for this population.

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Definitions:

Intoxicated

A state of impairment or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which can affect a person's physical and cognitive abilities.

Incapacity

A physical or mental condition that makes an individual unable to manage their own affairs or to understand the nature and effects of their actions.

Married Women

Women who are legally joined in marriage to a spouse, often subject to specific legal rights and obligations distinct from unmarried women.

Incapacitated

A state where an individual is unable to take care of themselves or their affairs due to physical or mental disabilities.