Deck 15: Conventional and Complimentary Medicine

Question 1

Fatima has had a cough for three weeks.Which of the following is likely to be Fatima's best option for addressing this symptom?

A)waiting two more weeks to see if she improves
B)treating herself
C)checking with a physician
D)going to the emergency room

Answer 1

checking with a physician

Question 2

Which of the following statements about over-the-counter medication is TRUE?

A)They are medicines that the FDA has deemed safe for use without a physician's prescription.
B)Many of these medicines were formerly prescription drugs.
C)Many ingredients in over-the-counter drugs have not been proven by the FDA to be effective.
D)All of these statements are true.

Answer 2

All of these statements are true.

Question 3

When conventional health practice is augmented by unconventional treatments,that is known as

A)alternative medicine.
B)complementary medicine.
C)unlicensed medicine.
D)dualistic health care.

Answer 3

complementary medicine.

Question 4

The over-the-counter medication that should NOT be given to children with flu-like symptoms is

A)naproxen sodium.
B)ibuprofen.
C)aspirin.
D)acetaminophen.

Question 5

A person does NOT usually need to check with a physician about symptoms that are

A)recurrent.
B)familiar.
C)persistent.
D)severe.

Question 6

All of the following are appropriate reasons to visit the emergency room at your local hospital EXCEPT for

A)severe burns.
B)chest pain.
C)sore throat.
D)poisoning.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about the expiration dates of medications is TRUE?

A)Medications should be disposed of on or before their expiration date.
B)Expiration dates should be ignored;they are used by the manufacturer to increase sales.
C)A study by the FDA found that 90 percent of all medications are potent several years after their stated expiration date.
D)Medications don't ever lose their potency as long as they are sealed tight and stored in a cool,dry place.

Question 8

If you have any questions about using an over-the-counter medication,the best thing is to

A)avoid using it.
B)search on the Internet.
C)ask a pharmacist.
D)ask a frienD.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a guideline to medicating yourself safely?

A)Store your medication in a cool,dry place that is out of the reach of children.
B)Do not exceed the recommended dosage or length of treatment unless you discuss it with your physician.
C)Whenever possible,buy brand name products as they contain more effective ingredients.
D)Select medications with one active ingredient rather than an "all in one" product.

Question 10

Which statement is a helpful guideline for using over-the-counter (OTC)medications?

A)Try to select medications with only one active ingredient.
B)OTC medications are safe to combine with prescription drugs.
C)Brand name products are more effective than generic products.
D)All of these statements are helpful guidelines.

Question 11

Therapies or practices that do NOT form part of conventional health care are called

A)therapeutic treatments.
B)complementary and alternative medicine.
C)nonconventional medicine.
D)mainstream health care.

Question 12

Self-assessment of medical symptoms begins with

A)purchase of over-the-counter drugs.
B)observation of your own body.
C)medical self-tests.
D)a phone call to your doctor.

Question 13

Ramon has been stung by a bee and is now becoming short of breath.Which of the following is likely to be the best strategy for dealing with Ramon's symptom?

A)waiting an hour to see if his condition improves
B)self-treatment with over-the-counter antihistamine
C)calling a physician's office for advice
D)going to an emergency room

Question 14

Jonas is having severe chest pains with shortness of breath that has not subsided within the last ten minutes.He should

A)wait at least an hour to see if his symptoms go away.
B)take an over-the-counter medicine and see if he feels better.
C)call and get medical advice over the phone.
D)have someone take him to the nearest emergency room.

Question 15

Which of the following would NOT be a purpose or condition for which consumers are likely to turn to complementary and alternative medicine?

A)weight loss
B)chronic joint problems
C)smoking cessation
D)broken bones

Question 16

Which one of the following statements about managing medical problems is FALSE?

A)Most symptoms require treatment with OTC drugs or professional assistance.
B)An individual with a chronic condition such as diabetes should consult a physician before using an OTC drug.
C)Professional medical advice is recommended for a symptom that is severe,unusual,persistent,or recurrent.
D)Self-evaluation of symptoms and self-treatment with OTC drugs is a major part of the U.S.health care system.

Question 17

An approach that replaces conventional medicine is known as

A)alternative medicine.
B)complementary medicine.
C)integrative medicine.
D)dualistic health care.

Question 18

Marc has had a fever for two days.Which of the following is likely to be Marc's best option for addressing this symptom?

A)treating it himself
B)visiting his physician
C)going to the emergency room
D)none of these

Question 19

Which of the following is needed to effectively manage one's medical problems?

A)You need to learn to how to be a good observer and assess your symptoms.
B)You need to be able to decide when to seek professional advice.
C)You need to know how to safely self-treat common medical issues.
D)You need to do all of these.

Question 20

Generic drugs are drugs that

A)require a prescription from your physician.
B)have the same active ingredients as a brand name product and generally cost more money.
C)are effective but do not have the approval of the FDA.
D)have the same active ingredients as a brand name product but generally cost less money.

Question 21

Western medicine traditionally relies on the use of ________ to treat and cure diseases.

A)phytochemicals
B)antioxidants
C)isoflavones
D)pharmaceuticals

Question 22

Explanations of data based on evidence gathered by the senses through systematic observations are

A)empirical.
B)rational.
C)testable.
D)rigorous.

Question 23

Which of the following statements about off-label use of a drug is FALSE?

A)Drugs can only be marketed for purposes approved by the FDA.
B)Many off-label uses are safe.
C)It occurs when a drug is approved by the FDA for one purpose and then prescribed for a purpose not listed on the label.
D)It occurs most often when doctors err in prescribing a drug.

Question 24

Which of the following statements about botanicals is TRUE?

A)The majority of botanical products are sold as FDA-approved pharmaceuticals.
B)FDA inspections ensure that botanicals are free from contaminants.
C)There is no evidence of any potentially serious drug-herb interaction.
D)Well-designed clinical studies have been conducted on a number of botanicals.

Question 25

Joan's doctor has recommended she have heart surgery.Which of the following is an important question she should ask her doctor?

A)What can I expect before,during,and after the surgery?
B)Why do I need surgery at this time?
C)What are the risks and complications associated with the surgery?
D)All of these choices are correct.

Question 26

Which one of the following is considered a mind-body intervention?

A)yoga
B)visualization
C)tai chi chuan
D)all of these

Question 27

The first step in the diagnostic process is

A)a physical exam.
B)taking medical tests.
C)a medical history.
D)a second opinion.

Question 28

Sean is a basketball player who is having problems with bunions on his feet.What type of health care professional should he make an appointment to see?

A)chiropractor
B)podiatrist
C)physical therapist
D)osteopath

Question 29

Which of the following statements about choosing a primary care physician is TRUE?

A)You should ask for recommendations from family,friends,or coworkers.
B)The best time to look for a primary care physician is before you are sick and need assistance.
C)You should check to see that your insurance plan does not limit your choices.
D)All of these statements are true.

Question 30

Which of the following is MOST likely to be an elective surgery?

A)lumpectomy to remove tumor
B)heart valve replacement
C)appendix removal
D)knee replacement

Question 31

Explanations that follow the rules of logic are

A)empirical.
B)rational.
C)tentative.
D)parsimonious.

Question 32

Herbal remedies are an example of which of the following domains of complementary and alternative medicine practice?

A)mind-body intervention
B)alternative medical systems
C)biologically based
D)energy therapy

Question 33

In traditional Chinese medicine,the life force contained in all living things is called

A)pranA.
B)vis vitalis.
C)yang.
D)qi.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT an example of taking a drug incorrectly?

A)stopping before the course of treatment is done
B)skipping a dose
C)replacing a brand name with generic
D)taking extra if symptoms do not improve

Question 35

Which of the following statements about medical tests is TRUE?

A)They are usually requested by the patient to confirm the diagnosis.
B)They can provide information to help solve medical problems.
C)They are always 100 percent accurate in helping to diagnose a medical problem.
D)All of these statements are true.

Question 36

Which of the following is a primary treatment method used in traditional Chinese medicine?

A)bloodletting
B)herbal remedies
C)chiropractic
D)surgery

Question 37

A health care professional who receives medical education very similar to that of medical doctors but whose training emphasizes musculoskeletal problems and manipulative therapy is a

A)doctor of podiatric medicine.
B)doctor of osteopathic medicine.
C)doctor of chiropractiC.
D)physical therapist.

Question 38

An NIH panel of experts found evidence that acupuncture is effective for

A)relieving pain after surgery.
B)relieving menstrual cramps.
C)treating asthma.
D)treating carpal tunnel syndrome.

Question 39

When a theory explains a phenomena,such as the cause of a disease,in the simplest manner possible,it is said to be

A)testable.
B)parsimonious.
C)tentative.
D)empirical.

Question 40

The complementary and alternative medicine therapy that involves the use of highly diluted extracts is

A)traditional Chinese medicine.
B)qigong.
C)Reiki.
D)homeopathy.

Question 41

A governmental health insurance program for Americans over age 65 is

A)Medicaid.
B)Mediplan.
C)Medineed.
D)Medicare.

Question 42

Single-ingredient over-the-counter remedies are recommended over combination products.

Question 43

Western medicine identifies the causes of disease as pathogens,physical factors,genetic factors,and unhealthy lifestyles.

Question 44

The most commonly used form of manual healing is

A)acupressure.
B)Rolfing.
C)chiropractiC.
D)massage.

Question 45

All of the following are examples of managed care plans EXCEPT

A)point-of-service plans.
B)fee-for-service plans.
C)health maintenance organizations.
D)preferred provider organizations.

Question 46

A form of treatment that uses therapeutic magnets would belong to which of the following domains of complementary and alternative medicine practice?

A)mind-body intervention
B)alternative medical systems
C)biologically based
D)energy therapy

Question 47

If you have a cough that lasts for three weeks,you should consult a physician.

Question 48

Western medicine is firmly based on the scientific method of obtaining knowledge and explaining health-related phenomena.

Question 49

Symptoms are often an expression of the body's attempt to heal itself.

Question 50

Managed care plans

A)cost consumers more money than traditional insurance plans cost.
B)restrict which physicians patients may use.
C)have a fixed annual deductible.
D)vary the monthly fee owed based on the level of services provideD.

Question 51

Aspirin should not be given to children or adolescents who have chicken pox.

Question 52

All of the following are good strategies for evaluating complementary and alternative therapies EXCEPT

A)keeping a symptom diary to track pain,fatigue,and other symptoms.
B)checking with regulatory agencies to see if complaints have been lodged against the practitioner.
C)finding out in advance the expected length and cost of treatment.
D)speaking with your physician about the CAM therapy only after you have tried it for a month.

Question 53

Conventional medicine is also known as Western medicine.

Question 54

Bioelectromagnetic-based therapies involve the use of electromagnetic fields to treat primarily

A)cancer.
B)diabetes.
C)arthritis.
D)heart disease.

Question 55

Severe shortness of breath is a valid reason to go to the nearest emergency room.

Question 56

Approximately _______ million Americans had no health insurance at all prior to the passage of the Affordable Care Act.

A)1
B)10
C)20
D)50

Question 57

Medications should be stored in a warm and humid place.

Question 58

Despite their growing popularity,many complementary and alternative medicine practices remain controversial,and individuals need to be critically aware of safety issues.

Question 59

A typical indemnity health insurance plan

A)costs consumers less money than other types of plans cost.
B)restricts which physicians patients may use.
C)bases coverage on the usual and customary charges for services.
D)has all of these characteristics.

Question 60

Reiki is an example of which of the following domains of complementary and alternative medicine practice?

A)mind-body intervention
B)alternative medical systems
C)biological-based therapy
D)energy therapy

Question 61

One of the disadvantages of a managed-care plan is a greater out-of-pocket cost than with an indemnity plan.

Question 62

Western medicine focuses on the spiritual and psychological aspects of human functioning.

Question 63

Buying drugs from Canada is a safe and effective way for Americans to lower their health care costs.

Question 64

Acupuncture is one of two primary treatment methods used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Question 65

Rational testing is based on assumptions and opinions.

Question 66

Hypnosis is a therapy offered only by conventional medical professionals.

Question 67

A majority of botanically based therapies are sold as dietary supplements.

Question 68

Once a drug has FDA approval,it may legally be prescribed for purposes other than those listed on its label.

Question 69

During an appointment with a physician,it is recommended that you present your key concerns after the initial medical history has been taken.

Question 70

Optometrists are M.D.eye specialists who can perform eye surgery.

Question 71

There is evidence that acupuncture is effective in relieving nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy.

Question 72

Physicians sometimes overprescribe drugs in response to pressure from patients.

Question 73

Although convenient,some online pharmacies may sell products or engage in practices that are illegal.

Question 74

In preferred provider organizations (PPOs),participating physicians and hospitals provide treatment at fees that are below their usual charges.

Question 75

Indemnity health care plans offer consumers more choice of health care providers.

Question 76

Manual healing techniques are based on the idea that dysfunction in one part of the body can cause pain or dysfunction in another part.

Question 77

Professionally administered diagnostic tests are 100 percent accurate.

Question 78

The patient should ask the physician to repeat the diagnosis and instructions before leaving the office.

Question 79

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine advises consumers to consult with their conventional health care provider before beginning complementary therapies for serious conditions.

Question 80

Spending on prescription drugs is rising faster than the rate of inflation and is now the fastest-growing portion of health care spending in the United States.