Question 1

An explanation that is based on the evidence of the senses and on objective and systematic observation is:

Accepted Answer

A)   rational.
B)   empirical.
C)   parsimonious.
D)   testable.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following services vary province by province in their delivery and coverage?

Accepted Answer

A)   dental care
B)   optometric services
C)   prescription drugs
D)   optometric services, dental care, and prescription drugsE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)   energy therapy
B)   alternative medical systems
C)   biological-based therapy
D)   mind-body interventionE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

All of the following are needed to effectively manage one's medical problems, EXCEPT

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A)   You need to know how to be critical of what your doctor tells you.
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.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Rational testing is based on assumptions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Example of mind-body interventions include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   prayer.
B)   mental healing.
C)   meditation.
D)   herbal therapies.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

Examples of recurrent symptoms in which a medical professional should be consulted include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   sore ears.
B)   stomach pains.
C)   recurrent headaches.
D)   backache.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following are good non-drug options for self-care?

Accepted Answer

A)   massage
B)   exercise
C)   adequate rest
D)   exercise, massage, and adequate restE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

People who write about traumatic experiences report all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   improved mood.
B)   elevated blood pressure
C)   fewer symptoms.
D)   fewer visits to the doctor.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 10

A drug that is not registered or protected by a trademark is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   illegal.
B)   generic.
C)   cheap.
D)   brand name.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Patients should make a symptom list before going to a medical appointment which includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   why they are happening.
B)   when they started.
C)   what makes them better or worse.
D)   how long they last.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Scientific explanations have all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   parsimonious.
B)   empirical.
C)   rational.
D)   treatable.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Examples of unusual symptoms in which a medical professional should be consulted include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   difficulty swallowing.
B)   changes in a mole.
C)   unexplained lumps.
D)   severe pains.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

All of the following are important reasons why consumers use CAM therapies, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   boosting their immune system.
B)   lowering their cholesterol levels.
C)   quitting smoking.
D)   maintaining weight.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

A test result that fails to correctly detect a disease or condition is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   true positive.
B)   inaccurate.
C)   false negative.
D)   false positive.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

Medications are given or prescribed in about what percentage of patient visits?

Accepted Answer

A)   40
B)   20
C)   60
D)   80E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 17

Western researchers might explain the effects of acupuncture as being the result of

Accepted Answer

A)   rebalancing of yin and yang.
B)   restoration of equilibrium.
C)   correction of the flow of qi.
D)   release of hormones and neurotransmitters.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 18

All of the following are natural health products, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   probiotics.
B)   herbal remedies.
C)   homeopathic medicines.
D)   vitamins and minerals in food.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Which of the following is a practitioner who specializes in the medical and surgical care of the feet?

Accepted Answer

A)   podiatrist
B)   optometrist
C)   oncologist
D)   pediatricianE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Aspirin that has a odour should be discarded.

Accepted Answer

A)   acidic
B)   sour
C)   basic
D)   sweetE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 19: Conventional and Complementary Medicine

A test result that fails to correctly detect a disease or condition is called:

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All of the following are needed to effectively manage one's medical problems, EXCEPT

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Which of the following services vary province by province in their delivery and coverage?

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All of the following are natural health products, EXCEPT:

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

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Rational testing is based on assumptions.

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Which of the following are good non-drug options for self-care?

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Patients should make a symptom list before going to a medical appointment which includes all of the following, EXCEPT:

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Example of mind-body interventions include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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People who write about traumatic experiences report all of the following, EXCEPT:

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Examples of recurrent symptoms in which a medical professional should be consulted include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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Which of the following is a practitioner who specializes in the medical and surgical care of the feet?

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Scientific explanations have all of the following characteristics, EXCEPT:

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All of the following are important reasons why consumers use CAM therapies, EXCEPT:

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An explanation that is based on the evidence of the senses and on objective and systematic observation is:

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Western researchers might explain the effects of acupuncture as being the result of

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A drug that is not registered or protected by a trademark is called:

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Examples of unusual symptoms in which a medical professional should be consulted include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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Medications are given or prescribed in about what percentage of patient visits?

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Aspirin that has a odour should be discarded.

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