Which of the Following Factors Is NOT Expected to Contribute

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors is NOT expected to contribute to the growing cost of health care?

• A) increasing rates of debilitating diseases associated with aging
• B) increased use of expensive technology
• C) emergence of new infectious diseases
• D) expanded roles for nurses

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Definitions:

Impatient

Characterized by a tendency to be easily annoyed or eager for immediate action or results.

Cancer Cells

Abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body.

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a central role in the immune system by fighting infections and diseases.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, involved in stress response.