An Area of Concern in the Provision of Health Care

question 67

Multiple Choice

An area of concern in the provision of health care in the United States is that:

• A) health-care costs and spending are too high.
• B) too few resources are devoted to health care.
• C) physicians have no control over prices.
• D) everyone has an excessive amount of insurance.

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Definitions:

African Americans

A racial or ethnic group in the United States with ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Elderly Persons

Individuals who are significantly past the usual age of retirement, often considered to be ages 65 and older, with specific social, health, and economic implications.

Respect

A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.

Primary Aging

Refers to the gradual and inevitable process of bodily deterioration that occurs throughout life.