Health - Chpt 3
medical history
complete and comprehensive information about your immunizations and any health problems
Which of the following works to promote health on a global scale?
World Health Organization
Pills whose advertising promises to turn excess fat into lean muscle while you sleep are probably
a case of health fraud
warranty
a company's or a store's written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly
comparison shopping
a method of judging the benefits of different products by comparing several factors, such as quality, features, and cost
Which of the following health care providers is a specialist?
a pediatrician
advertising
a written or spoken media message used to interest consumers in buying a product or service
Victims of a potentially life threatening illness or injury should go to
an emergency room
When buying a jacket from an online clothing store, which question can only be answered once you have the jacket?
is the web site's description of the jacket accurate
consumer advocate
those who takes on regional, national, and international consumer issues
The agency that ensures the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics is the
Food and Drug Administration
malpractice
failure by a health professional to meet accepted standards
The Underwriters Laboratory logo on a product indicates that the product
has passed strict safety tests
primary care physicians
medical doctors who provide general care
media
methods of communicating information
Having a physical exam before starting a sports program is an example of
preventative care
health consumer
purchasers or users of health products or services
Which factor is the least important to consider when comparing products?
recommendations from trusted family and friends
Which agency should you contact when you have a problem with a locally owned business in your town?
the Better Business Bureau
health fraud
the sale of worthless products or services claimed to prevent diseases or cure other health problems
