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1. While reviewing information about older adults throughout history, the gerontology nurse identifies which publicly supported program as the first significant step in improving the lives of older Americans? A. Federal Old Age Insurance Law B. Medicare (Title 18) C. Supplemental Security Income D. Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act Answer: A Rationale: The first significant step in improving the lives of older Americans was the passage of the Federal Old Age Insurance Law under the Social Security Act in 1935, which provided some financial security for older persons. In 1961, the United States formed the Administration on Aging, and in 1965 introduced Medicaid and Medicare. Since that time, the United States enacted Supplemental Security Income in 1972 and the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (nursing home reform law) in 1991. Question format: Multiple Choice Chapter 1: The Aging Population Cognitive Level: Remember Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance Integrated Process: Nursing Process Reference: p. 4