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?

Accepted Answer

A)  waiting an additional two weeks to see if her condition improves
B)  self-treatment
C)  checking with a physician
D)  going to the emergency roomE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Generic drugs are drugs that

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A)  mind-body intervention
B)  alternative medical systems
C)  biological-based therapy
D)  energy therapyE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 5

A typical indemnity health insurance plan

Accepted Answer

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)  involves a small,fixed,per-visit fee.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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 the change with your physician.
C)  Whenever possible,try to buy brand name products as they contain more effective ingredients.
D)  Select medications with one active ingredient rather than an "all in one" product.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Herbal remedies are categorized as having yin or yang characteristics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

The first step in the diagnostic process is

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

List and describe at least four factors to consider when selecting a health care plan.

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Question 11

A governmental health insurance program for Americans over age 65 is

Accepted Answer

A)  Medicaid.
B)  Mediplan.
C)  Medineed.
D)  Medicare.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C) D

Question 12

Buying drugs from Canada is a safe an effective way to lower health care costs in the U.S.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The primary criterion for receiving Medicaid benefits is age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Studies show that patients who are more active in interacting with physicians enjoy better health outcomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Approximately _______ million Americans have no health insurance at all.

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  10
C)  20
D)  50E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

In fee-for-service plans,physicians have a financial incentive to order more tests and treatments for their patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Exam 20: Conventional and Complementary Medicine

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

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

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Generic drugs are drugs that

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

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A typical indemnity health insurance plan

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

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Herbal remedies are categorized as having yin or yang characteristics.

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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.

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The first step in the diagnostic process is

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A governmental health insurance program for Americans over age 65 is

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Buying drugs from Canada is a safe an effective way to lower health care costs in the U.S.

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The primary criterion for receiving Medicaid benefits is age.

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

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Studies show that patients who are more active in interacting with physicians enjoy better health outcomes.

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

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Approximately _______ million Americans have no health insurance at all.

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

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

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