Question 1

What are important considerations to keep in mind when complying with physicians' instructions?

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Question 2

How many Canadians visit a chiropractor each year?
A) 1.5 million
B) 3 million
C) 4.5 million
D) 6 million

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According to the Canadian Chiropractic Association, approximately 4.5 million Canadians visit a chiropractor each year. Option A) and B) are lower than the actual number, while option D) is higher.

Question 3

In 2031, Canadian health-care costs will account for about _____ percent of the country's gross domestic product.
A) 2.3
B) 9.3
C) 15.3
D) 21.3

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Health-care costs in Canada are projected to rise, but they are not expected to reach the extremes of the lowest or highest options provided. Historically, Canadian health-care spending has been a significant but manageable portion of its GDP, with trends suggesting gradual increases rather than dramatic jumps. The figure of 9.3 percent is realistic and aligns with the trajectory of health-care spending growth in relation to GDP.

Question 4

Michelle is concerned about the medication her doctor has prescribed for treatment of her ailment. What questions should she ask her physician or pharmacists to ensure the safety and effectiveness of her treatment?

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Question 5

Cara is prescribed a long course of antibiotics to treat her condition. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding her treatment?
A) She may be able to reduce the cost of her treatment by asking for a generic form of the antibiotic.
B) She can safely stop taking the antibiotic when her symptoms cease.
C) She should tell her physician that she is taking oral contraceptives to avoid any possible drug interactions.
D) She should store the antibiotic in a cool, dry, dark place and not in the medicine cabinet in her bathroom.

Accepted Answer

It is important for Cara to complete her entire course of antibiotics as prescribed, even if her symptoms improve before the course is finished. Stopping the antibiotic prematurely can lead to antibiotic resistance and make future infections more difficult to treat.

Question 6

In 2017, Canadians spent an estimated _____ billion on drugs.
A) 8.7
B) 18.7
C) 28.7
D) 38.7

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Question 7

Carey is interested in scheduling an appointment with a complementary and alternative medicine practitioner regarding lower back pain. List three guidelines that would be beneficial for Carey when she meets with this practitioner.

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Question 8

Describe three of the potential safety issues relating to herbal remedies. For each issue you list, provide specific examples.

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Question 9

Which of the following has the levels of evidence in the correct order for the hierarchy of evidence pyramid (top to bottom)?
A) Expert opinion, case series, observational study, randomized controlled trial.
B) Observational study, non-randomized controlled trial, randomized controlled trial, systematic review.
C) Randomized controlled trial, non-randomized controlled trial, observational study, case series.
D) Systematic review randomized controlled trial, observational study, and expert opinion.

Accepted Answer

This is the correct order of the hierarchy of evidence pyramid, with systematic reviews and meta-analyses at the top, followed by randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and case series/reports. Expert opinion is not considered a level of evidence and is not included in the hierarchy pyramid.

Question 10

The top three reasons in 2013-2014 for visiting an emergency department were:
A) Abdomen/pelvic pain, throat/chest pain, and acute upper respiratory infection.
B) Throat/chest pain, back pain, and acute upper respiratory infection.
C) Abdomen/pelvic pain, acute upper respiratory infection, and mental health concerns.
D) Acute upper respiratory infection, lacerations, and broken bones.

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The top reasons for visiting an emergency department in 2013-2014 were abdomen/pelvic pain, throat/chest pain, and acute upper respiratory infection, reflecting common acute conditions that require immediate medical attention.

Question 11

List four characteristics of symptoms that may indicate that physician advice is needed. List five types of emergencies that require urgent help and a trip to the nearest emergency room.

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Question 12

About _____ percent of Canadians have tried some form of CAM therapy in their lives.
A) 19
B) 39
C) 59
D) 79

Accepted Answer

Approximately 79% of Canadians have tried some form of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapy in their lives, reflecting a significant interest in alternative health practices in Canada.

Question 13

List five strategies for effective communication with your physician before, during, and after a medical appointment.

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Quiz 19: Conventional and Complementary Medicine

What are important considerations to keep in mind when complying with physicians' instructions?

How many Canadians visit a chiropractor each year?

In 2031, Canadian health-care costs will account for about _____ percent of the country's gross domestic product.

Michelle is concerned about the medication her doctor has prescribed for treatment of her ailment. What questions should she ask her physician or pharmacists to ensure the safety and effectiveness of her treatment?

Cara is prescribed a long course of antibiotics to treat her condition. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding her treatment?

In 2017, Canadians spent an estimated _____ billion on drugs.

Carey is interested in scheduling an appointment with a complementary and alternative medicine practitioner regarding lower back pain. List three guidelines that would be beneficial for Carey when she meets with this practitioner.

Describe three of the potential safety issues relating to herbal remedies. For each issue you list, provide specific examples.

Which of the following has the levels of evidence in the correct order for the hierarchy of evidence pyramid (top to bottom) ?

The top three reasons in 2013-2014 for visiting an emergency department were:

List four characteristics of symptoms that may indicate that physician advice is needed. List five types of emergencies that require urgent help and a trip to the nearest emergency room.

About _____ percent of Canadians have tried some form of CAM therapy in their lives.

List five strategies for effective communication with your physician before, during, and after a medical appointment.