The nurse manager is discussing the Family and Medical Leave Act with the staff. What correct statement does the nurse make about the act?
1. The act covers men as well as women, and they are allowed to take 12 weeks of unpaid leave and continue with their medical coverage.
2. Men can have 6 weeks under the act, where women can have 2.
3. Paid maternity and paternity leave does not occur in other countries.
4. The United States is the one country that has a paid maternity leave program.
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Explanation: 1. This is true. Men and women are covered under the act for up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave.
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