The First Phase of Development of the Health Care System

question 1

Multiple Choice

The first phase of development of the health care system was characterized by:

• A) the rise in technology.
• B) epidemics of infectious disease, such as typhoid, influenza, and malaria.
• C) physicians and nurses who attained their skills in scientifically based programs.
• D) an expansion of hospital clinics and long-term care facilities.

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Definitions:

Liberalize International Trade

The process of reducing tariffs, quotas, and other barriers to allow for the free flow of goods and services across national borders.

Foreign Trade Competition

The competition that domestic companies face from abroad, influencing local markets, pricing, and product offerings.

European Union

A political and economic union of 27 European countries that are tied by common policies covering a wide range of areas, including trade, security, and law.

Common Fiscal Policy

A coordinated approach by multiple governments or entities to manage tax policies, government spending, and public debt to influence economic conditions.