Which of the following statement best describe resource allocation?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Resource allocation is fair distribution of resources (B), per ethics e.g., beds, staff equitably. Not one patient (A), not patient-decided (C), not skill (D) system-based. B best defines allocation's justice focus, like Mr. Gary's hospital context, making it correct.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lifelong learning is continuous knowledge growth (B), per nursing e.g., staying current. Not school-only (A), not one-time (C), not task (D) ongoing. B best defines learning's persistence, benefiting Mr. Gary's nurse, making it correct.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Patient-centered care focuses on patient needs (B), per IOM e.g., Mr. Gary's preferences. Not nurse-led (A), not routine (C), not cost (D) patient-driven. B best defines its tailored approach, making it correct.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Mediating a care plan disagreement is conflict resolution (A) managing disputes, per definition. Command (B) hierarchy, policy (C) rules, informatics (D) tech not conflict-specific. A fits the nurse's action for Mr. Gary, making it correct.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: HMOs limit options (A), focus prevention (B), require referrals (D) 'allow any doctor' (C) isn't true, restrict choice, per model. C's freedom contradicts HMO rules, like Mr. Gary's limits, making it untrue.