Which statement best reflects the concept of allocation of resources within the critical care setting?
a. Limitations of resources force reexamination of goals of critical care for clients.
b. Care is provided equally to all those who need the resources.
c. Equal access is available for those with the same condition or diagnosis.
d. Technologic advances are available to most of those in a given community.
A
Limited resources force society and critical care health practitioners to reexamine goals of critical care for clients.
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