The Government Program Designed to Provide Medical Care for Those

question 70

Multiple Choice

The government program designed to provide medical care for those who are over 65, regardless of income, is:

• A) Medicare.
• B) Medicaid.
• C) Social Security.
• D) HMO.

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Definitions:

Low Birth Weight

Defined as a newborn's weight at birth being less than 2500 grams, it can signal potential health risks or developmental concerns.

Kangaroo Care

An intervention for low-birthweight babies in which the infant is placed vertically against the parent’s chest, under the shirt, providing skin-to-skin contact.

Skin-to-Skin Contact

Direct physical contact between the skin of two individuals, often used to promote bonding and emotional well-being.

Premature Infant

An infant born before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation, often requiring specialized medical care.