Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A)  doctor of podiatric medicine.
B)  doctor of osteopathic medicine.
C)  doctor of chiropractic.
D)  physical therapist.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 2

The type of insurance plan in which physicians may have a financial incentive to order more tests and treatments for their patients is a

Accepted Answer

A)  point-of-service plan.
B)  fee-for-service plan.
C)  health maintenance organization.
D)  preferred provider organization.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 learn to how to be a good observer and assess your symptoms and to be able to decide when to seek professional advice.
E)  All of these choices are needed.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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)  What can I expect before,during,and after the surgery,and what are the risks and complications associated with the surgery?
E)  All of these choices are important questions to ask.F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Conventional medicine is also known as Western medicine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is TRUE regarding over-the-counter medicine?

Accepted Answer

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)  They are medicines that the FDA has deemed safe for use without a physician's prescription,and many of these medicines were formerly prescription drugs.
E)  All of these statements are true.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 8

In homeopathy,the treatment of each patient is determined by specific symptoms rather than the overall condition of the patient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Herbal remedies are 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)  biologically based
D)  energy therapyE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)  naproxen sodium.
B)  ibuprofen.
C)  aspirin.
D)  acetaminophen.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Managed-care plans

Accepted Answer

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.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)  severe burns.
B)  chest pain.
C)  sore throat.
D)  poisoning.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A)  empirical.
B)  rational.
C)  testable.
D)  rigorously evaluated.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

List and explain six guidelines to helping Cara self-medicate safely.

Accepted Answer

1. Educate Cara about her condition: It ...

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

A)  self-treatment
B)  visiting his physician
C)  going to the emergency room
D)  None of these choices is correct.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

People without insurance are less likely to obtain

Accepted Answer

A)  childhood immunizations.
B)  eyeglasses.
C)  treatment for chronic conditions like asthma.
D)  childhood immunizations and eyeglasses.
E)  All of the choices are correct.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 20: Conventional and Complementary Medicine

The type of insurance plan in which physicians may have a financial incentive to order more tests and treatments for their patients is a

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Managed-care plans

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following is TRUE regarding over-the-counter medicine?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

List and explain six guidelines to helping Cara self-medicate safely.

Correct AnswerAnswered by ExamLex AI1. Educate Cara about her condition: It ...View AnswerShow Answer

In homeopathy,the treatment of each patient is determined by specific symptoms rather than the overall condition of the patient.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

People without insurance are less likely to obtain

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Conventional medicine is also known as Western medicine.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

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

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
Answered by ExamLex AI
1. Educate Cara about her condition: It ...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified