Question 1

Massage therapy refers to the assessment and treatment of the body's _______________.

Accepted Answer

Massage therapy focuses on manipulating the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.

Question 2

A typical operation at a surgi-centre is a _______________.

Accepted Answer

Surgi-centres typically handle minor surgical procedures that do not require an overnight hospital stay, such as vasectomies. More complex surgeries like kidney transplants, gallbladder removal, and Caesarean sections usually require hospital facilities.

Question 3

A recent poll of health professionals and other adults found that most Canadians ____________.

Accepted Answer

According to the sentence, most Canadians are in favour of user fees if low-income people are exempt. This implies that they approve of some level of user fees within the healthcare system.

Question 4

Access to health care in Canada is determined by numerous factors.Which of the following is of particular concern to rural areas of the country?

Accepted Answer

Rural areas often struggle with a shortage of physicians, as many doctors prefer to work in urban areas where there are more resources and higher salaries. This can make it difficult for rural residents to access primary care and specialist services.

Question 5

Chiropractic treatment is becoming increasingly more recognized by allopathic medicine.

Accepted Answer

Over the years, chiropractic treatment has gained more acceptance from allopathic medicine. It is now considered a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and is often recommended alongside traditional medical treatments. Many medical doctors refer their patients to chiropractors for conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches.

Question 6

Two factors that have decreased mortality rates of trauma patients are readily available specialty equipment and _______________.

Accepted Answer

Rapid transport methods, such as helicopters, allow trauma patients to be quickly transported to hospitals with advanced trauma care capabilities, increasing their chances of survival. While better trained physicians and more support staff at hospitals are also important factors in decreasing mortality rates, they are not directly related to the transportation of patients. Multiple locations of clinics are also not as directly related to decreasing mortality rates as rapid transport methods.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true regarding Canada's health care system?

Accepted Answer

The Canada Health Act, a federal law, outlines the criteria that provinces and territories must meet in order to receive funding for their health care systems. It requires that health care services be provided on the basis of need, not the ability to pay, and mandates that provinces and territories follow certain guidelines related to accessibility, universality, comprehensiveness, portability, and public administration. However, physicians and provincial governments do not always agree on the allocation of finances, and health research funding may come from a variety of sources, including federal and private funds.

Question 8

The placebo effect actually may make some people feel physical improvements.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the placebo effect can sometimes lead to actual physical improvements, such as reduction in pain or improvement in symptoms. This is thought to be due to the brain's ability to release natural painkillers and other chemicals in response to believing that relief is coming. However, the placebo effect is not a reliable or sustainable treatment, and its effects vary widely between individuals and conditions.

Question 9

Jimmie has been a victim of his provincial health care system.He wants to go "right to the top" of the health care quality assurance system.To whom will he voice his complaint?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Carter has minor knee surgery at an out-patient clinic.What is another name for this type of clinic?

Accepted Answer

An ambulatory clinic is a type of medical facility that provides outpatient services, meaning patients do not need to stay overnight. They are also commonly referred to as outpatient clinics or same-day surgery centers. Therefore, Carter likely had his knee surgery at an ambulatory clinic.

Question 11

Suzie and Sam go to their doctor about in-vitro fertilization techniques.They ask their doctor several questions such as the risks involved,the procedure and the success rate.What is the term for this concept?

Accepted Answer

The concept described in the scenario is that of informed consent, which refers to the process of providing patients with all the relevant information to make an informed decision about their medical treatment. In the case of Suzie and Sam, they are seeking information about in-vitro fertilization, and their doctor would need to provide them with information on the risks involved, the procedure itself, and the success rate, so that they can make an informed decision about whether or not to proceed with the treatment.

Question 12

Taking a proactive approach in your health care involves ______________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

HSOs minimize costs by ______________.

Accepted Answer

By encouraging practitioners and patients to focus on prevention and shared responsibility, HSOs can help prevent costly illnesses and treatments. This approach emphasizes proactive care, which is more cost-effective in the long run than reactive care. Additionally, emphasizing shared responsibility can help patients take charge of their health and avoid unnecessary treatments or appointments, further reducing costs.

B) is incorrect because defensive medicine often involves unnecessary tests and procedures, driving up costs.

C) is incorrect because increasing physician salaries would likely increase costs rather than minimize them.

D) is incorrect because having more hospitalization and only contracting with one hospital would limit the options available to patients and increase costs if that hospital charges higher rates.

Question 14

Registered nurses have the training and authority to conduct diagnostic tests and,in some areas,prescribe medication.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Jas is trying to find some healthy snacks to get her through studying for final exams.She is bewildered by the myriad of health and nutritional claims she sees on the packages.Why should she not base her decision solely on the health claim?

Accepted Answer

Health claims on packaging can be misleading because they might highlight one beneficial aspect of the food while ignoring other unhealthy ingredients or nutritional drawbacks.

Question 16

Increasingly,people are turning to non-allopathic or alternative medical care from providers other than licensed medical doctors.

Accepted Answer

Numerous studies and surveys have shown that more and more people are seeking alternative forms of medical care such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, naturopathy, and herbal medicine from non-MD healthcare providers.

Question 17

Getting tested for a sexually transmitted disease is an example of self-care.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Dr.Johnson works for an HSO.These organizations are funded a set amount per patient per year.This is called ______________.

Accepted Answer

The set amount per patient per year is called capitation, which is a form of payment used in HSOs. Fixed pay and partial salary are not specific terms in the context of healthcare payment, and fee-for-service is a different model of payment where providers are paid per service or treatment they provide, rather than per patient.

Question 19

The fastest-growing component of health-care costs is ________________.

Accepted Answer

Prescription and OTC drugs are the fastest-growing component of healthcare costs. This is due to factors such as the development of new, expensive medications and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases that require ongoing drug therapy.

Question 20

Prevention,through increasing public health awareness,accounts for approximately ________ percent of health care dollars.

Accepted Answer

Prevention and public health awareness account for a relatively small portion of health care spending, approximately 5%. This highlights the emphasis on treatment over prevention in many health care systems.

Quiz 21: Becoming a Wise Consumer of Health Services