Management of CareQuestion 2270 of 2368

A client with no health insurance is worried about paying for care. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

  1. Advise the client to skip care until finances improve
  2. Tell the client to apply for care in another state
  3. Refer the client to a case manager or social worker
  4. Explain that only employers can provide insurance
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Correct answer: Refer the client to a case manager or social worker

Case managers and social workers can help uninsured clients learn about coverage options, including the ACA Marketplace and government programs.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Health Care Economics: Self-Pay. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026