Core Concepts in Health, 9/e

Paul M. Insel, Stanford University School of Medicine
Walton T. Roth, Stanford University School of Medicine

Self-Care: Skills for the Health Care Consumer

Multiple Choice Quiz


1	Originally, the only tool available for home medical testing was the thermometer.
		A)	True
		B)	False


2	"Watchful waiting" will usually result in symptoms becoming more difficult to treat when you finally present yourself to a physician.
		A)	True
		B)	False


3	Nondrug options should usually be avoided.
		A)	True
		B)	False


4	Generic medications are usually less expensive than brand-name medications.
		A)	True
		B)	False


5	For a cold, the best medication is an all-in-one product that will treat man symptoms simultaneously.
		A)	True
		B)	False


6	Most conditions can be accurately diagnosed by a patient's description of the symptoms.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	The first and most important element of the diagnostic process is the physical examination.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	The majority of medical tests are unnecessary.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	The FDA guarantees the safety and effectiveness of all medications on the market, both over-the-counter and prescription.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	In a health maintenance organization, you choose a primary care physician who manages your health care and refers you to specialists if you need them.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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