A mother was debating whether or not to take her son to the clinic. His temperature was 104 ° F and rising so she gave him acetaminophen (Tylenol). Which of the following will most likely be the deciding factor in the mother's decision?
a. Whether or not the child is crying
b. Whether or not the fever goes down after the Tylenol
c. Whether or not the child seems to be getting better
d. Whether or not the child is covered under insurance
ANS: D
The ability to pay for health care greatly influences whether a parent takes a child to see a health care provider. Having health insurance would be the most important deciding factor in this situation, more important than if the child is crying, if the fever goes down, or if the child seems to be getting better.
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