A nurse administrator is planning for the expected increase in healthcare needed for the baby boomer generation. Which attributes of this generation should be considered in this planning? Select all that apply
1. This generation is directly assertive.
2. This generation has grown accustomed to managed care and is comfortable with it.
3. This generation is respectful toward health professionals and very grateful for care.
4. This generation defers to their primary care provider and directs healthcare concerns through that person.
5. This generation can be politically demanding as healthcare consumers.
1, 5
Explanation: 1. This generation has experience and a history of being outspoken.
2. Managed care has been met with consumer complaints and opposition from this generation.
3. Previous generations were more passive and respectful of healthcare professionals.
4. Previous generations were more passive and submissive toward healthcare professionals.
5. This generation has been very politically active on numerous issues, including healthcare.
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