The federal government operates in the healthcare field in complex ways that involve dozens of agencies. Which of the following groups are examples of the involvement of the federal government in healthcare? (Select all that apply.)
A) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
B) Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
C) National Institutes of Health (NIH)
D) Center for Medical & Medicare Services (CMS)
E) National League of Nursing (NLN)
Question 2A group of nurses have organized with the purpose of promoting an amendment to the nurse practice act that governs the profession. This group should direct their efforts toward what level of government?
A) Local
B) State
C) Federal
D) Regional
Question 3A nurse has initiated a letter-writing campaign in an effort to increase the funding for school nursing programs in local high schools.
A colleague of the nurse, however, has pointed
out that the monies for such programs originate with the federal government. Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between federal funding and local
healthcare programs?
A) Federal funding is made available only in cases where the local tax base is insufficient to
fund programs.
B) Local contributions to health promotion programs are matched by the Department of Health
and Human Services.
C) Decisions around the allocation for federal funding are often made at the local level.
D) Federal representatives control budgets at a local level but are obliged to consider input
from local residents.
Question 4A nurse has become aware of sweeping changes that are proposed for the state budget which may have ramifications for the funding of the inner-city clinic where the nurse provides care.
In order to influence the decision-making process the nurse should first
A) tell clients of the clinic that their healthcare is in jeopardy.
B) clearly communicate her views on the matter to the appropriate legislators.
C) examine the systems and processes at the clinic to see where efficiency could be improved.
D) approach the media with examples of the way that funding changes will hurt patient and
client outcomes.
Question 5A nurse has expressed her intention to draft a letter to her state senator but the nurse's colleagues have characterized this effort as a waste of time and energy.
Which of the following statements provides the most accurate rationale for nurses' involvement in the political process?
A) Involvement in the political process can lead to the effective allocation of resources.
B) Political action increases the status and influence of the nursing profession as a whole.
C) Involvement in the political process demonstrates responsibility and accountability by
nurses.
D) Political involvement by nurses increases the influence of women in society and in
government.
Question 6What is the main purpose of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)?
A) Provide accreditation of baccalaureate and higher degree programs
B) Recognize those with superior ability and leadership potential, and those who have made
important contributions to nursing
C) Provide a forum for the legal regulatory bodies to act together in the regulation of nursing
practice for the protection of the public
D) Unite the interests of nursing with those of the community in support of excellence in
nursing education
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