Exam 11: The Policy Analysis Process: Analysis of Values

Gerald lives near a busy street with no sidewalks, and when he runs errands he is more likely to drive his car than to walk or bike. His choice of transportation is most likely influenced by which of the following?

Which of the following involves the comparison of two different effects of an alternative decision?

In order to achieve true process equity, it is vital to determine the issues that are important to:

Which of the following is a major drawback to Americans' increased consciousness about health and health care issues?

The Emanuel-Fuchs proposal would require a new system of federal and regional boards to provide accountability.

Although the UNOS guidelines emphasize that length of time on the waiting list and the probability of a positive outcome are major determinants in allocating organs for transplant, a major determinant is the patient's ability to pay for the procedure.

Wider disease-specific catchment areas are a proposed solution to the trade-off of investment driven by utilization growth versus certificate of need.

Which of the following is a major difficulty with electronic patient records?

A key element for health care reform is balancing personal responsibility with:

Comparing the status quo with extreme scenarios is a way to:

Many policy makers look to shift costs onto those who are likely to heavily use health care due to lifestyle choices.

Overeating and poor nutrition are:

The benchmarks suggested by Daniels for ethical analysis of health system transformations include examining their effects on which of the following?

According to Daniels, several models are available for measuring ethical considerations in health system transformations.

In a recent survey, health industry leaders ranked _____ as the number one area of innovation based on its/their potential impact on quality and cost over the next five years.

In which scenario would firms likely try to seek protection from cost-reduction pressures?

Single-event estimates are a reliable predictor of overall outcome.

The rationing of organs for transplant is based primarily on the severity of illness of the potential recipient.

Comparing the offsetting effects of an alternative decision does not necessarily reveal unintended consequences.

The "zero-sum" approach emphasizes minimizing waste in order to enhance value for consumers.