Deck 23: Choosing Conventional and Complementary Health Care

Question 1

When Jeff experiences symptoms of a cold, he gets extra rest, increases his fluid intake, and takes an over-the-counter cold medicine. This is an example of

A) conventional health care.
B) complementary health care.
C) self-care.
D) alternative care.

Answer 1

self-care.

Question 2

Which of the following groups are more likely to use complementary and alternative medicine?

A) Men and people with respiratory disorders
B) People with lower educational levels and lower incomes
C) Current smokers who are trying to quit
D) Women and people with back, neck, or joint aches

Answer 2

Women and people with back, neck, or joint aches

Question 3

The right to privacy, to informed consent, and the right to seek a second opinion are all

A) provider rights.
B) patient rights.
C) financial rights.
D) insurance payer rights.

Answer 3

patient rights.

Question 4

Pamela plans to pursue a medical degree. How long will it take after her undergraduate work to obtain the degree?

A) 3 years
B) 4 years
C) 5 years
D) 6 years

Question 5

The FDA approves certain medications by listing them on the GRAS list. What does GRAS stand for?

A) Generally recommended for acute symptoms
B) Generally recognized as safe
C) Generally recommended as a supplement
D) Generally repeated as stated by physician

Question 6

Which of the following symptoms would warrant seeking immediate medical care?

A) Sudden or severe chest pain
B) A sore throat that lasts for two days
C) Abdominal pain an hour after a spicy meal
D) Flushed skin after a vigorous workout

Question 7

Medical practices or procedures performed with the intention of avoiding possible malpractice suits are known as

A) protective medicine.
B) preventive medicine.
C) defensive medicine.
D) legally sanctioned medicine.

Question 8

Which alternative medical system emphasizes restoring the body's own ability to heal itself?

A) Homeopathy
B) Naturopathy
C) Traditional Chinese medicine
D) Ayurveda

Question 9

The fundamental principle of insurance underwriting is that the cost of health care can be predicted for

A) large populations.
B) people with specific medical conditions.
C) individuals with certain genetic markers.
D) people who are healthy.

Question 10

Which of the following over-the-counter drugs are used to relieve pain and inflammation?

A) Aspirin and expectorants
B) Aspirin and ibuprofen
C) Naproxen sodium and antihistamines
D) Ibuprofen and anticholinergics

Question 11

Jon's regular physician provides preventive and routine care and also has specialized training in treating conditions of the skeletal and muscular systems. Which type of physician does he see?

A) Physical therapist
B) Nurse practitioner
C) Medical doctor
D) Osteopath

Question 12

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient medical system that originated in

A) Japan.
B) China.
C) India.
D) Egypt.

Question 13

Sofia has an eye infection. Which type of eye care specialist would she be likely to see for this condition?

A) Optometrist
B) Oncologist
C) Ophthalmologist
D) Osteopath

Question 14

Informed consent means that the patient is fully informed of

A) how many other patients the physician has treated for the same condition.
B) potential risks and benefits of proposed treatments and any alternative treatments.
C) the professional backgrounds and credentials of all persons on the health care team.
D) the pros and cons of controversial treatments for similar conditions.

Question 15

Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and massage are part of which alternative medical system's practices?

A) Chiropractic
B) Ayurveda
C) Naturopathy
D) Traditional Chinese medicine

Question 16

Which alternative medical system is based on the principle of "like cures like"?

A) Homeopathy
B) Naturopathy
C) Traditional Chinese medicine
D) Ayurveda

Question 17

Of all the people in the United States who are without health insurance, about 75 percent are

A) seniors eligible for Medicare.
B) unemployed.
C) low-income people eligible for Medicaid.
D) workers or their dependents.

Question 18

Milton is participating in a clinical trial for a new arthritis drug. He is part of the group taking pills that have no active ingredients, yet he still experiences some pain relief. His improvement is due to

A) spontaneous remission.
B) the holistic effect.
C) the placebo effect.
D) self-medication.

Question 19

Which of the following is True about generic drugs?

A) They contain the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs.
B) They are generally more expensive than brand-name drugs.
C) Physicians tend to resist prescribing generic drugs.
D) All drugs are available in generic form.

Question 20

Primary care physicians provide which type of care?

A) Diagnosis and treatment of complex conditions
B) Medical care and surgical supervision
C) Preventive care and treatment of routine ailments
D) Laboratory testing and imaging procedures

Question 21

The Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA) allows

A) former employees to continue health insurance for a period of time at a group rate.
B) former employees to remain on group health insurance plans indefinitely.
C) current employees to choose from several insurance plans during open enrollment periods.
D) current employees to add dependents to their health plan at any time during the year.

Question 22

Lindsay is a nurse with an advanced degree who performs routine exams, conducts diagnostic tests, and can prescribe medication. Which type of nurse is she?

A) Nurse practitioner
B) Physician assistant
C) Licensed practical nurse
D) Registered nurse

Question 23

Ryan's insurance will not begin to pay for covered services until he has paid the first $500 of his annual health care costs. This $500 amount is the

A) premium.
B) copayment.
C) coinsurance.
D) deductible.

Question 24

The Feldenkrais Method, Rolfing, and the Alexander Technique are all which type of CAM practice?

A) Energy medicine
B) Manipulative and body-based
C) Biologically based
D) Mind-body medicine

Question 25

Michael's dentist has referred him to another practitioner to have his wisdom teeth extracted. Which type of health care provider will perform this procedure?

A) A dentist with advanced training
B) An orthodontist
C) A periodontist
D) An oral surgeon

Question 26

Which type of massage therapy focuses on manipulation of layers of muscle that are located far under the skin?

A) Deep tissue massage
B) Swedish massage
C) Shiatsu massage
D) Sports massage

Question 27

Manipulation of biofields is part of which form of CAM practice?

A) Energy medicine
B) Manipulative and body-based
C) Biologically based
D) Mind-body medicine

Question 28

Currently, how many people in the United States are without health insurance?

A) 44 million
B) 46 million
C) 48 million
D) 50 million

Question 29

Oat fiber is a functional food used to

A) improve the skin's elasticity.
B) enhance the immune system's ability to fight infections.
C) increase the absorption of other nutrients.
D) lower cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar.

Question 30

Antioxidants in foods are important in the diet because they

A) provide beneficial bacteria in the stomach and intestines.
B) help to lower blood pressure.
C) combat free radicals and oxidative damage in cells.
D) help to lower cholesterol.

Question 31

Ginger is considered a functional food because it may prevent

A) colds and flu.
B) blood clotting.
C) the progression from pre-diabetes to type 2 diabetes.
D) motion sickness and stomach upset.

Question 32

Janice has a health insurance plan in which she can choose a provider who is either in-network or out-of-network, with different levels of coverage for each. Which type of health plan does she have?

A) Indemnity
B) Group
C) HMO
D) PPO

Question 33

Which of the following is True about physician assistants?

A) They are competent to treat 100 percent of those seeking primary care.
B) They are in a temporary position while they train to be full medical doctors.
C) They must work under the supervision of a licensed physician.
D) They are authorized to perform all the same duties as nurse practitioners.

Question 34

Lee's doctor has been trained in conventional Western scientifically based medicine. This type of medicine is known as

A) naturopathic.
B) allopathic.
C) homeopathic.
D) idiopathic.

Question 35

Maria has noticed that she can't see as well with her glasses as she used to, so she suspects she needs a new prescription. Which type of specialist is she likely to see?

A) Optometrist
B) Otolaryngologist
C) Osteopath
D) Orthopedist

Question 36

Antacids are drugs used to

A) relieve heartburn.
B) relieve pain and reduce fever.
C) relieve constipation.
D) help with occasional sleeplessness.

Question 37

An alternative term for Licensed Vocational Nurse is

A) Licensed Nurse Aide.
B) Licensed Practical Nurse.
C) Licensed Nurse Practitioner.
D) Registered Nurse.

Question 38

Gloria is a public school teacher who has health insurance through her school district. Which type of coverage does she have?

A) A group plan
B) An individual plan
C) A government-funded plan
D) A catastrophic plan

Question 39

Which type of CAM practitioner specializes in the treatment of neuromuscular conditions?

A) Naturopath
B) Chiropractor
C) Homeopath
D) Sports medicine specialist

Question 40

Acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate specific points along the body's

A) nerve pathways.
B) muscle fibers.
C) circulatory system.
D) energy pathways.

Question 41

The federal-state health insurance program that provides coverage for low-income individuals and families is

A) Medicare.
B) Medicaid.
C) COBRA.
D) Social Security.

Question 42

Becky is 80 years old and is covered by a federal health insurance program. Which program provides her coverage?

A) Medicare
B) Medicaid
C) COBRA
D) Social Security

Question 43

Which type of health insurance plan is a hybrid of HMO and PPO plans?

A) Point-of-service plan
B) Capitation plan
C) Indemnity plan
D) Fee-for-service plan

Question 44

"Board certified" means that a physician is eligible to take a specialty board exam.

Question 45

Ayurveda, an alternative medical system that originated in India, seeks to integrate and balance the body, mind, and spirit.

Question 46

Over-the-counter drugs are safer than prescription drugs because they have fewer side effects and do not cause dependence.

Question 47

The approach taken by complementary and alternative therapies that focuses on treating the whole person-the mind and the whole body-is known as

A) naturopathic.
B) allopathic.
C) holistic.
D) empathetic.

Question 48

There are no national training or licensure standards for complementary and alternative medicine.

Question 49

Liposuction is the removal of muscle tissue with a vacuum-like device.

Question 50

Categories established by the federal government that determine how much hospitals will be reimbursed for caring for a patient with a particular medical condition are known as

A) predetermined coverage groups.
B) age and diagnosis groups.
C) fee-for-service groups.
D) diagnosis-related groups.

Question 51

People take echinacea supplements to

A) increase metabolism and fat-burning.
B) prevent a heart attack.
C) prevent or treat colds or flu.
D) reduce the severity of an asthma attack.

Question 52

Julio's insurance covers 90 percent of his total medical bills, and the remaining 10 percent is his responsibility. The 10 percent is known as

A) coinsurance.
B) copayment.
C) the deductible.
D) the exclusion.

Question 53

Generic drugs are marketed under the same brand names as patented drugs with different inactive ingredients.

Question 54

Because Kevin has a history of back problems, his new health insurance plan will not cover any back-related injury until his policy has been in place for 12 months. This practice, which will not be legal as of 2014, is known as a(n)

A) exclusionary coverage approval.
B) preexisting condition clause.
C) lifetime limit.
D) denial of coverage.

Question 55

Under Cheryl's health insurance plan, the plan will not cover any charges in excess of $500,000. This provision will be eliminated in 2014; it is referred to as a(n)

A) exclusion.
B) copayment.
C) lifetime limit.
D) deductible.

Question 56

Which of the following roles does a primary care physician play when under contract with an HMO?

A) Supervisor of physician assistants
B) Coordinator of care and gatekeeper to specialists
C) Sole provider of care
D) Public health educator and provider of preventive services

Question 57

The placebo effect actually may make some people feel physical improvements even though the medicine or treatment has no recognized therapeutic value.

Question 58

Effective self-care requires understanding when you should seek professional medical attention rather than treat the condition yourself.

Question 59

All prescription drugs are available in generic form in the United States.

Question 60

Allopathic medicine is based on the premise that illness is the result of exposure to pathogens or unsanitary living conditions.

Question 61

Antihistamines are medications designed to treat allergy symptoms such as a runny nose and postnasal drip.

Question 62

An older form of health insurance coverage that paid only for hospital costs was known as major medical.

Question 63

The health care delivery system based on cost-control procedures used by health insurers to coordinate treatment is called private health coverage.

Question 64

The Trager Approach is a bodywork technique that aims to restructure the musculoskeletal system by working on patterns of tension held in deep tissue.

Question 65

Taking antacids regularly can mask the symptoms of an ulcer.

Question 66

The cost of HMO plan coverage is generally higher than for other types of managed care plans.

Question 67

Qigong is a component of the traditional Indian medical system known as Ayurveda.

Question 68

Purchasing drugs from online vendors is a time-saving, cost-effective, and safe alternative to local pharmacies.

Question 69

Manipulative and body-based practices include methods that are based on manipulation or movement of the body.

Question 70

Weight-loss aids are also known as nutraceuticals.

Question 71

Reiki is based on the belief that channeling vital energy through the practitioner to the patient facilitates healing.

Question 72

Capitation is a method of provider reimbursement used by some managed care organizations that pays a varying amount per enrolled patient, depending on the services rendered.

Question 73

The inability to pay out-of-pocket health care expenses despite having insurance is referred to as underinsurance.

Question 74

Board eligible means that the physician has passed the specialty board exam and is in the process of board certification.

Question 75

Decongestants are medications designed to reduce the nasal stuffiness associated with colds.

Question 76

Licensed practical nurses have the training and authority to diagnose diseases and, in some states, to prescribe medication.

Question 77

Pharmacology and clinical nutrition are part of the healing practices of naturopathic medicine.

Question 78

Treatments that are used in place of conventional medicine are known as complementary medicine.

Question 79

Acupressure is similar to acupuncture in that both use very fine needles to stimulate the flow of qi through the body.

Question 80

Contrary to the common belief that those without health insurance are primarily unemployed people, the truth is that 75 percent of the uninsured are workers or dependents of workers.