Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) Practice Test

What combined service does Medicare provide to qualifying individuals?

1. Physician training and state-run Medicaid

2. Home health care and hospice services

3. Pharmacy and dental services

4. Long-term care planning with social services

The correct answer is: Physician training and state-run Medicaid

Medicare primarily provides health insurance coverage to people aged 65 and older, as well as certain younger individuals with disabilities. Among the services covered by Medicare, home health care and hospice services are significant components, specifically aiming to support patients in their own homes and provide palliative care to those facing terminal illness. Home health care allows qualifying individuals to receive medical services and support for recovery in their own environment, reducing the need for hospital stays. Hospice services focus on minimizing discomfort and providing compassionate care for individuals with terminal illnesses, ensuring they can spend their remaining time in dignity and comfort. The combination of these two services under Medicare is designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals who may have limited mobility or are in the later stages of life, making option B the accurate choice in this context. Other options, while related to healthcare and social services, do not accurately reflect the combined service focus of Medicare for qualifying individuals.