Evolution of Health Care and Nursing
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What was the profession of physicians in Ancient Egypt?

  • Farmers
  • Priests (correct)
  • Scribes
  • Soldiers
  • What medical treatment was commonly used by Ancient Egyptians?

  • Herbal baths
  • Acupuncture
  • Bloodletting (correct)
  • Aromatherapy
  • During what time period did the Ancient Egyptians predominantly practice bloodletting?

  • 1000 BC - 500 BC
  • 400 AD - 800 AD
  • 1500 AD - 1700 AD
  • 3000 BC - 300 BC (correct)
  • Which group in Ancient Egypt primarily used bloodletting as a medical treatment?

    <p>Physicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the dual role of Ancient Egyptian physicians?

    <p>Priests and physicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Medicaid?

    <p>To provide medical assistance for the poor with low income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who funds Medicaid?

    <p>Federal and state governments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is eligible for Medicaid assistance?

    <p>Individuals with very low income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which population group does Medicaid primarily serve?

    <p>The poor with a very low income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of program is Medicaid?

    <p>Medical assistance program for the poor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the forces responsible for the changes in health care delivery and nursing?

    <p>Societal, economic, and political forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which centuries did the societal, economic, technologic, scientific, and political forces evolve?

    <p>20th and 21st centuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of force has not played a significant role in the changes in health care delivery and nursing?

    <p>Environmental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which forces from the list have had a direct impact on nursing practice?

    <p>Societal and political forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the key drivers of change in health care delivery throughout history?

    <p>Scientific breakthroughs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can influence access to care based on the information provided?

    <p>Race</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to race, which other factor mentioned can affect access to care?

    <p>Ethnicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor influencing access to care?

    <p>Social media presence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which factor is unlikely to affect access to care?

    <p>Occupation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic characteristic plays a role in varying access to care as per the text?

    <p>Gender identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are uninsured people more likely to have poor health status?

    <p>They have limited access to healthcare services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of uninsured individuals being less likely to receive medical care?

    <p>They often rely on emergency rooms for healthcare needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does being uninsured affect the likelihood of being diagnosed later?

    <p>It reduces the chances of timely screenings and check-ups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to uninsured people having poor health status?

    <p>Having limited access to preventive care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does lack of insurance affect the medical care received by uninsured individuals?

    <p>It limits their ability to afford necessary treatments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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