A nurse has been invited to discuss health care costs at a senior citizens' club. What information should the nurse plan to include in this discussion?

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The nurse should plan to discuss how the United States spends more money on health care than any other country. This information is important for senior citizens to understand the significant costs associated with healthcare, especially as they may rely heavily on healthcare services as they age. Option A is incorrect, as although the percentage of the U.S. economy spent on health care has declined somewhat, the actual dollar amount spent on health care has continued to rise. Option B is partially correct, as the PPACA does contain measures to bring financial relief to health care consumers, but it may not necessarily bring significant relief to all seniors. Option D is incorrect, as health care spending in the United States has not shown evidence of declining since the passage of the PPACA.

A Nurse Has Been Invited to Discuss Health Care Costs