Ferguson (2002) describes levels in which online health care consumers or e-patients access and use health-related information. Which of the following are considered a level of access?
A)Search for information on Internet
B)Seek guidance from online patient-helper
C)Use the paid services of online medical advisors and consultants
D)Receive one-way electronic messages from their clinicians
E)E-mail family and friends seeking information, advice, and support.
F)None of the above.

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All of the given options are considered levels of access according to Ferguson's (2002) model. A, B, and C involve seeking information and guidance from online sources, while D involves receiving information from a healthcare provider in an electronic format. E involves seeking information and support from personal contacts through email.

Ferguson (2002) Describes Levels in Which Online Health Care Consumers