A nurse wishing to be an advocate for access to health care would most likely choose to participate in which of the following activities?
A.
Lobby for improved insurance access for all individuals, whether or not they are employed.
B.
Help establish fast-track or minor illness areas in local emergency rooms.
C.
Partner with medical centers to provide free services for low-income patients.
D.
Work with visiting nurses associations to create on-site clinics at day-care centers.
ANS: A
The biggest determinant of access to and quality of health care is one's insurance status. The other actions might help improve access too, but would not be as effective as lobbying for improved ability for all individuals to get insurance.
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