The Health Care Professional Who Studies Law and Ethics Gains

question 4

Multiple Choice

The health care professional who studies law and ethics gains perspective on current issues that affect health care practice. Which of the following accurately describes one of those issues?

• A) A decrease in health care costs makes health care more affordable.
• B) The media has ensured that everyone has the same access to medical care.
• C) With the advancement of medical technology patients expect favorable outcomes.
• D) Health care professionals should not be involved in the legal issues of patients.
• E) The role of the private sector in health care

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Definitions:

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and central nervous system (CNS) in many organisms that plays a role in muscle activation, memory, and learning.

Alzheimers Disease

A progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by memory loss, cognitive impairment, and eventual loss of the ability to carry out everyday activities.

Memory Skills

The abilities associated with the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information from the brain.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter, derived from tryptophan, that's involved in mood regulation, appetite, and sleep, among other bodily functions.