Why Has Spending on Health Been the Focus of Many

question 75

Multiple Choice

Why has spending on health been the focus of many proposed reforms over the past several years

• A)Health care costs have risen more rapidly than the cost of other goods and services produced in the economy.
• B)Provincial health care systems have demonstrated that they are more efficient than private health care systems.
• C)Cures for many major diseases are likely to be found in the next few years.
• D)Increasing access to doctors will increase the general health of the population.

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Definitions:

Comparative Performance

is the evaluation of the effectiveness or success of a product or service in relation to its competitors.

Health Check

An evaluation or assessment of the current state of health, whether for an individual, system, or organization, to identify areas needing improvement.

Cognitive

Related to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Behavioural

Relating to the actions or reactions of an individual or group in response to external or internal stimuli.