A member of the community with tuberculosis (TB) refuses to be compliant with prescribed TB treatment protocol and is sent to a minimum security correctional facility to ensure that the TB medications are done with directly observed therapy (DOT)
by the medical personnel. The client initiates legal action to prevent this from happening but is overruled by the judge. Which government level of authority authorizes this power?
1. Local government.
2. County government.
3. State government.
4. Federal government.
Answer: 3
Explanation: 3. The state, not the federal, county or local governments have primary authority in matters of health. The state government retains the ultimate responsibility for the health of the public and can enforce laws and regulations regarding health.
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a. Collaborate with a registered dietitian for appropriate foods. b. Inspect the skin and note any areas of ulceration. c. Keep the room at a comfortably warm temperature. d. Place a foot cradle at the end of the bed to lift sheets. e. Remind the client to elevate the head of the bed after eating.
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a. viral infection. b. disorientation. c. malnutrition. d. physical frailty.
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A) Home healthcare service B) Telehealth C) Hospice care service D) Community health service
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