Despite the availability of Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIP), many eligible children are not enrolled. Which nursing intervention would be the most appropriate to help children become enrolled in CHIP?
1. Assessment of the details of the family's income and expenditures
2. Case management to limit costly, unnecessary duplication of services
3. To advocate for the child by encouraging the family to investigate its SCHIP eligibility
4. To educate the family about the need for keeping regular well-child–visit appointments
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: In the role of an advocate, a nurse will advance the interests of another; by suggesting the family investigate its SCHIP eligibility, the nurse is directing their action toward the child's best interest. Financial assessment is more commonly the function of a social worker. The case-management activity mentioned will not provide a source of funding nor will the educational effort described.
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