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Making Consumer Choices Answers

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When making informed decisions about health products or procedures, it's important to consider __________.

A
risks, costs, and caution
B
credibility, risks, and costs
C
risks, credibility, and friends' referrals
D
none of the above
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A general definition of media is "methods for communicating information."

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Trustworthy health-related websites should be frequently reviewed by medical professionals, even if the content doesn't change.

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T
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F
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Trustworthy health-related websites should be frequently reviewed by medical professionals, even if the content doesn't change.

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T
B
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What is a good way to establish the credibility of online sources?

A
checking the site for links to other credible sources
B
assess the presentation of the material for professionalism
C
determine if the site presents good, unbiased coverage of the topics
D
all of the above
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Health messaging through the media can be both positive and negative.

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T
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F
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When choosing a healthcare provider, who is responsible for making sure insurance covers the care?

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A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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Important factors in determining the credibility of a health product manufacturer include __________.

A
recalls, location, and doctor's recommendation
B
location, clinical trials, and quality control
C
recalls, location, and quality control
D
clinical trials, doctor's recommendation, and quality control
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Advertisements are designed to __________.

A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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The average adult in the US watches _____ hours of television each week.

A
12
B
16
C
28
D
48
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Which of the following developed technologies has NOT greatly increased the speed of information dissemination?

A
smartphones
B
e-mail
C
typewriter
D
teleconferencing
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Which of the following developed technologies has NOT greatly increased the speed of information dissemination?

A
smartphones
B
e-mail
C
typewriter
D
teleconferencing
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Technology has provided methods for near-instantaneous transmission of information.

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T
B
F
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Important factors in determining the credibility of a health product manufacturer include __________.

A
recalls, location, and doctor's recommendation
B
location, clinical trials, and quality control
C
recalls, location, and quality control
D
clinical trials, doctor's recommendation, and quality control
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Which of these statements is NOT true?

A
Advertising is not a contributing factor for underaged alcohol drinking.
B
Teens are more likely to have unprotected sex when drinking alcohol.
C
About 28% of high school seniors are binge drinkers.
D
Underaged drinkers are more likely to contract a sexually transmitted disease.
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Natural remedies are usually more effective and safer because they are thoroughly tested.

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T
B
F
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Medical information is more readily available now than at any point in the past.

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T
B
F
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When choosing a healthcare provider, who is responsible for making sure insurance covers the care?

A
you
B
doctors
C
insurance companies
D
nurses
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Advertisements are designed to __________.

A
convince consumers to purchase their products
B
emphasize the benefits of the products
C
provide messages that make products seem glamorous
D
all of the above
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All websites with medical information should be considered credible.

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T
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F

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