According to Evans Et Al

question 46

Multiple Choice

According to Evans et al.(2001) ,what other force accounts for an increased cost to healthcare?

• A) the increased cost of new and expensive drugs
• B) the increased cost of talented surgeons and specialists
• C) the increased cost of acute care hospitalization
• D) the increased cost of hospital equipment and staff

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