The nurse in an urgent care center is assessing an adult client who is diagnosed with the flu.The nurse discusses the need for flu shots with the client,who states,"I cannot afford the shots.I do not have health insurance." Which suggestion by the nurse is most appropriate?

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A) Public health organizations, such as local health departments, are available for those who are uninsured or underinsured. This provides the client with health promotion and preventive measures as well as treatment when the client is ill. Using the emergency department for preventive care is part of the increased cost of health care. The nurse should not give the client a vague message he or she needs need to find a care provider who gives free care. Rather, the nurse would refer the client to a specific place that can meet the client's needs. Flu shots at pharmacies require payment by the client and are not the solution for those with low income and no insurance.
B) Public health organizations, such as local health departments, are available for those who are uninsured or underinsured. This provides the client with health promotion and preventive measures as well as treatment when the client is ill. Using the emergency department for preventive care is part of the increased cost of health care. The nurse should not give the client a vague message that he or she needs to find a care provider who gives free care. Rather, the nurse would refer the client to a specific place that can meet the client's needs. Flu shots at pharmacies require payment by the client and are not the solution for those with low income and no insurance.
C) Public health organizations, such as local health departments, are available for those who are uninsured or underinsured. This provides the client with health promotion and preventive measures as well as treatment when the client is ill. Using the emergency department for preventive care is part of the increased cost of health care. The nurse should not give the client a vague message that he or she needs to find a care provider who gives free care. Rather, the nurse would refer the client to a specific place that can meet the client's needs. Flu shots at pharmacies require payment by the client and are not the solution for those with low income and no insurance.
D) Public health organizations, such as local health departments, are available for those who are uninsured or underinsured. This provides the client with health promotion and preventive measures as well as treatment when the client is ill. Using the emergency department for preventive care is part of the increased cost of health care. The nurse should not give the client a vague message that he or she needs to find a care provider who gives free care. Rather, the nurse would refer the client to a specific place that can meet the client's needs. Flu shots at pharmacies require payment by the client and are not the solution for those with low income and no insurance.

The Nurse in an Urgent Care Center Is Assessing an Adult