1. According to Sandra Mahkorn, the rules and regulations imposed by Medicare can seriously harm the health of seniors. Do you find her argument convincing? Why or why not?
2. Do you agree with Gail Shearer’s contention that the cost- control mechanisms used in the private marketplace might not work with Medicare? Explain your answer.
3. Eric Bates details several incidents of negligent care in nursing homes. Do you think that the efforts made by the government to improve the quality of nursing homes, as detailed by Michael Hash, will be sufficient? Why or why not? What other steps do you think should be taken to protect nursing home patients"