A nurse is assisting with teaching a client about health promotion strategies to reduce stress.
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Choice A rationale:

Explaining that the hospital follows a preferred provider organization structure does not help the patient obtain health insurance.

Choice B rationale:

Reviewing the benefits of obtaining health insurance through a health maintenance organization does not help the patient obtain health insurance.

Choice C rationale:

Asking social services to help the patient use the state health care exchange to shop for health insurance coverage is the best action as it directly addresses the patient’s need.

Choice D rationale:

Suggesting the patient consider contacting the state to enroll in Medicaid may not be appropriate if the patient does not meet the eligibility criteria for Medicaid.

Choice A rationale:

This statement is incorrect. The ACA prohibits insurance companies from denying coverage to individuals with pre-existing conditions.

Choice B rationale:

The ACA aims to reduce disparities in health care by expanding access to health insurance and making care more affordable.

Choice C rationale:

While there are eligibility requirements for certain ACA programs, the ACA itself is not limited to a specific group of individuals.

Choice D rationale:

The ACA is not primarily for individuals requiring tertiary care. It is a comprehensive health care reform law enacted to make health insurance more affordable and accessible for all Americans.