Quiz 10 Consumer Health

In theory, allopathic medicine is based on scientifically validated methods and procedures.

true

Regular self-care should include learning about health from reliable health care publications, including websites.

true

The right to medical care is recognized by the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

true

The health insurance program jointly funded by the states and the federal government that provides coverage for low-income individuals and families is

Medicaid

Which of the following symptoms probably does NOT warrant professional medical advice?

You develop a low-grade fever and sore throat.

Shortly before his 65th birthday, Stan's physician started him on medications to reduce his blood pressure and improve his blood lipid profile. When he enrolls in Medicare, what type of additional health insurance plan should Stan strongly consider purchasing?

a Medigap plan

Your doctor works at a hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. This type of accreditation indicates that

all practitioner education, licensing, and training qualifications have been verified.

The term defensive medicine refers to actions taken to

avoid malpractice claims.

Over-the-counter drugs are commonly used for all of the following EXCEPT

diabetes

In a 2016 survey, what percentage of college students said they had no health insurance?

3.4%

What do preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and point of service (POS) plans have in common?

Both allow patients to seek outside care but require patients to pay an extra cost.

Originally health insurance covered only hospital expenses. This coverage was then expanded to physician services and medications and other treatments. What effect did this type of coverage have on the medical system?

It encouraged doctors to provide more medical procedures for patients.

Self-care can include

checking your blood pressure.

An osteopath (D.O) does not complete the same level of training as a physician who is an M.D.

false

The United States has the third highest life expectancy of any country in the world.

false

Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), an insurer can impose an annual limit on coverage.

false

Due to the differences in training, an osteopathic physician would probably have more experience dealing with which condition than a medical doctor?

low back pain

Before receiving any care, patients must be made aware of the treatment plan and any potential risks involved. This is known as the right

of informed consent

If you have moved to a new town and want to find a provider you can see for annual wellness exams and the treatment of routine ailments, you are seeking a(n)

primary care practitioner.

Concerns about HMOs include all of the following EXCEPT

the high cost of copayments.