Question 1

When and where was Canada's first medical school established?

Accepted Answer

Canada's first medical school was established in Montreal, Quebec in 1825, and it was called the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University.

Question 2

What major change in political thinking occurred in post-World War II Canada in relation to health care?

Accepted Answer

Post-World War II Canada saw a major change in political thinking towards health care, as it was believed that governments should be responsible for providing basic services like health care, rather than leaving it to individual families or the private sector. This led to the introduction of the Canadian Medicare system in the 1960s, which ensured universal access to medically necessary services for all Canadians regardless of their ability to pay.

Question 3

Which of the following countries is cited as having the largest number of refugees coming to Canada in 2016?

Accepted Answer

According to the Government of Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board, Syria had the largest number of refugees coming to Canada in 2016.

Question 4

Oral history indicates that prior to contact with Europeans, Indigenous People suffered from which of the following illnesses?

Accepted Answer

Oral histories and archaeological evidence suggest that prior to European contact, Indigenous Peoples suffered from various health issues like arthritis and jaw abscesses, which are often associated with hard physical labor and dietary practices. Diseases such as smallpox and measles (B) were introduced by Europeans, leading to devastating epidemics among Indigenous populations who had no prior exposure and thus no immunity to these diseases.

Question 5

Why did the Established Programs Financing (EPF) mechanism of funding become inadequate for health care?

Accepted Answer

The Established Programs Financing (EPF) mechanism of funding became inadequate for health care because health care spending increased dramatically, causing provincial and territorial overspending. EPF did not account for the rapid rise in healthcare costs, which made it difficult for provinces and territories to provide adequate healthcare services without exceeding their budgets.

Question 6

In 1834, William Kelly deduced which public health principle?

Accepted Answer

William Kelly deduced that sanitation and disease are related, which is now a widely accepted public health principle.

Question 7

In 2016, the federal minister of health met with first ministers to initiate talks on a new Canadian Health Accord.What was the outcome?

Accepted Answer

Each province and territory negotiated their own terms of agreement as no new Canadian Health Accord was reached.

Question 8

What important recommendation was embodied in the Hall Report?

Accepted Answer

The Hall Report recommended that extra billing should not be part of Canada's health care system, emphasizing the need for a publicly funded and universally accessible health care system.

Question 9

Which of the following volunteer organizations was involved in the evolution of health care in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Order of St. John played a significant role in the evolution of healthcare in Canada, particularly through its ambulance services and first aid training programs.

Question 10

At what level is the entry to practice for Registered Nurses in Canada (except Quebec).

Accepted Answer

In Canada (except Quebec), the entry-level to practice for Registered Nurses is a Bachelor's degree in nursing (Baccalaureate). This degree program provides knowledge and skills necessary for professional nursing practice. It is important for nurses to have a strong academic foundation to meet the complex healthcare needs of patients, families, and communities.

Question 11

What does the Indigenous medicine wheel represent?

Accepted Answer

The Indigenous medicine wheel represents the spiritual, physical, cognitive and emotional parts of a person.

Question 12

What important act was passed by the government of Tommy Douglas in Saskatchewan in 1947?

Accepted Answer

The Hospital Insurance Act was passed by Tommy Douglas's government in Saskatchewan in 1947, marking a significant step towards universal healthcare in Canada by providing hospital care to all residents of the province.

Question 13

Which organization is part of a worldwide humanitarian network providing emergency aid and disaster relief at home and abroad?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Red Cross is part of a worldwide humanitarian network providing emergency aid and disaster relief at home and abroad. The other options, such as The Order of St. John, Victorian Order of Nurses, and Canadian Blood Services, are also important organizations but do not have the same global reach as the Red Cross in terms of providing emergency aid and disaster relief.

Question 14

What was the main intent of the India Act (1867)?

Accepted Answer

The main intent of the India Act (1867) was the assimilation of Indigenous People, particularly through the establishment of a centralized government in India and the incorporation of Indian elites into the ruling structure. It did not address refugees, healers, or public health issues like smallpox.

Question 15

Which of the following is a main principle of the Canada Health Act?

Accepted Answer

The Canada Health Act's main principle is that eligible Canadians should receive accessible health care. It does not require coverage for all medical services, 100% coverage for dental care, or provide health care to all residents regardless of eligibility.

Question 16

Priorities identified in the Advancing the Mental Health Strategy for Canada: A Framework for Action (2017-2022) include strategies for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Priorities identified in the Advancing the Mental...

Question 17

Segregated hospitals for Indigenous People operated with little regard for traditional healing practices or Indigenous culture.What disease initially lead to the establishment of segregated hospitals for Indigenous People?

Accepted Answer

Tuberculosis was the disease that initially led to the establishment of segregated hospitals for Indigenous People, as it was rampant and disproportionately affected Indigenous communities, prompting the creation of these facilities to isolate and treat affected individuals.

Question 18

What did the Hospital Insurance and Diagnostic Services Act (1957) propose?

Accepted Answer

The Hospital Insurance and Diagnostic Services Act (1957) proposed that provinces and territories with a health insurance plan would receive substantial funding from the federal government.

Question 19

When and where did Canada's last residential school close?

Accepted Answer

Canada's last residential school, located in Saskatchewan, closed in 1996. This marked the end of a long and painful era of forced assimilation of Indigenous children.

Question 20

Which amendment to the Canada Health Act did the Romanow Report recommend?

Accepted Answer

The Romanow Report recommended adding the criterion of accountability to the Canada Health Act.

Quiz 1: The History of Health Care in Canada