A nurse is concerned about long-term employment with a local hospital. Which of the following statements describes the current trend for the delivery of health care services?
a. A greater percentage of health care is being administered in acute care settings than was the case in the past.
b. The acuity level of hospitalized clients is decreasing.
c. The aging population requires more care.
d. Most children are receiving adequate health care services.
C
As a result of reimbursement changes, hospitals are restructuring to include a full range of services. As the average length of stay in hospitals declines, the acuity level of patients increases. An aging population requires more nursing care. Children are more likely than adults to be uninsured.
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