When Congress decides that states will administer a program rather than the federal government, money is given to states as block grants. One effect of block grants is
1. Reduction of federal expenditures
2. Decreased ability of the state to spend the money for programs designated by the state
3. Guaranteed continuation of programs with demonstrated effectiveness
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a. Respiratory depression b. Bradycardia c. Acrocyanosis d. Tachypnea
The nurse recognizes that the Healthy People 2010 initiative is:
A) a health care funding system for high-risk, low-income women of reproductive age. B) federal funding to supplement school lunches for children living in poverty. C) a national health care program with goals and objectives to promote a healthier population. D) a state-mandated program to provide health care for children without private insurance
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a. nurses collect and use health histories. b. nursing students complete clinical experi-ences. c. referrals to other disciplines are made. d. ethical dilemmas are solved.
The omission of basic nurturing, acceptance, and caring of a child is considered
a. Sexual abuse b. Emotional neglect c. Physical neglect d. Child abuse