The woman explained that she knew her children needed to receive health care but she had no money to pay for their care and there was no way for her to obtain care for them. Should the nurse be surprised at the mother's statement?
A. No; the parents of three out of four eligible children do not know how to access Medicaid.
B. No; most parents are too proud to ask for assistance from Medicaid.
C. Yes; everyone knows the poverty stricken can receive free care through Medicaid.
D. Yes; public health clinics always see children without charge.
ANS: A
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