A community/public health nurse is preparing a presentation about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act—2010 for a community group. Which of the following information would the nurse include in the presentation? (Select all that apply.)
a. Insurance plans may place a limit on lifetime benefits.
b. Children under age 21 will be eligible to be covered under their parents' health insurance plans.
c. Medicaid eligibility will be expanded.
d. State governments will be responsible for insuring their residents.
e. Education loan repayment awards for health professionals practicing in underserved areas will be established.
f. Grant funding will be available for health care professionals gaining advanced education in shortage areas.
ANS: C, E, F
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