According to the 2014 Census Bureau estimates, the percentage of the population over 65 years of age was at 14.5%. How will health planning needs be affected by this percentage?
1. This population will have greater demands on the health care system as it ages.
2. Planning needs for other segments of the population can be revised downwards.
3. There is no need to increase manufacture of childhood immunizations.
4. Cultural accommodations for other minority groups can be decreased.
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Explanation: 1. As the White-alone population over 65 years of age increases, demands on the health system will increase.
2. Planning needs for other segments of the population will need to remain at appropriate levels.
3. Manufacture of childhood immunizations is not driven by changes in this population.
4. Cultural accommodations for minority groups will need to remain and be increased in order to provide culturally appropriate care.
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