The Concept of Medicalization Includes

question 56

Multiple Choice

The concept of medicalization includes

• A)defining normal biological events, such as childbirth or menopause, as medical problems.
• B)financial contributions of private health care providers and insurers to political campaigns.
• C)increasing use of "natural" and "alternative" medicines to treat life-threatening illnesses.
• D)emphasis on health care treatment rather than prevention of illness and disability.

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Definitions:

Compensating Balance

A compensating balance is a minimum account balance that a borrower must maintain with a lender as part of the loan agreement.

Effective Interest Rate

The real rate of interest earned or paid on an investment or loan, taking into account the effect of compounding.

Pledging Receivables

Borrowing money using receivables as collateral.

Effective Cost

The total cost of a financing option, including all fees and interest, adjusted for any discounts or premiums, providing a true comparison of costs.