Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Full-length
The nurse is working in the ED when a client in labor comes in and says that she does not have health insurance, but wants to know if a doctor will see her. The nurse understands that the client's right to emergency services, regardless of ability to pay, is provided by which piece of legislation?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) ensures that emergency services are provided regardless of ability to pay, not the options listed.