The Indian Act of 1876 Classifies First Nations People into Registered

question 16

Multiple Choice

The Indian Act of 1876 classifies First Nations people into registered status Indians or nonstatus Indians.Knowing a First Nations person's status is important for health care providers,as it:

• A)informs them of the patient's provincial health insurance coverage.
• B)permits only those with status to have unlimited benefits for health care across Canada.
• C)guides health care providers in planning care,as those with status are entitled to certain benefits that are not covered under the provincial plan.
• D)is a factor to consider when planning to send the patient to an urban hospital for further treatment and care.