The population health nurse is reviewing information to include in a presentation on the economics of health care. Which statements should the nurse include in this presentation? (Select all that apply.)

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2. The higher the educational level, the higher the societal productivity, which leads to better health outcomes through informed health choices. Health affects the national economic welfare, so an employed and healthy workforce is necessary for an economically healthy society. Chronic illness in a stable workforce impacts productivity, as people with chronic diseases may take more time off for the chronic illness. Lost productivity from illness has a direct effect on societal outcomes. Health insurance does not guarantee a healthy workforce as the insurance may be limiting in coverage or expensive to purchase.
3. The higher the educational level, the higher the societal productivity, which leads to better health outcomes through informed health choices. Health affects the national economic welfare, so an employed and healthy workforce is necessary for an economically healthy society. Chronic illness in a stable workforce impacts productivity, as people with chronic diseases may take more time off for the chronic illness. Lost productivity from illness has a direct effect on societal outcomes. Health insurance does not guarantee a healthy workforce as the insurance may be limiting in coverage or expensive to purchase.

The Population Health Nurse Is Reviewing Information to Include in a Presentation