History of Canadian Healthcare
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What is a primary objective of Canadian health care policy?

  • To minimize overall population health investments
  • To prioritize private health insurance plans
  • To reduce government spending on health care
  • To ensure universal access to essential health services (correct)
  • Which criteria does the Canada Health Act establish for health care services?

  • Integration of traditional medicine, affordability, efficiency, and professional autonomy
  • Accessibility, comprehensiveness, universality, portability, and public administration (correct)
  • Cost-effectiveness, longevity, innovation, user satisfaction, and accountability
  • Sustainability, technology adoption, patient choice, and provider competition
  • What is the significance of Jordan’s Principle in Canadian health care?

  • It advocates for universal health coverage for all Canadians
  • It provides guidelines for mental health treatments
  • It ensures that First Nations children receive health care services without delay (correct)
  • It sets regulations for pharmaceutical pricing in Canada
  • Which statement best describes the role of regional health authorities in Canada?

    <p>They manage the delivery and organization of health care services at a regional level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main goals of primary care reform in Canada?

    <p>Improving access, coordination, and sustainability of health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary concern regarding electronic health information?

    <p>Balance between accessibility and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge must Canada address to maintain its health care services?

    <p>Managing the complexity of medical issues and costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature in chapters promotes personal reflection and discussion?

    <p>Case Example boxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of implementing electronic medical records on a national level?

    <p>Standardization of patient data storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of healthcare funding poses a significant obstacle for Canada?

    <p>Advancing medical technology costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 'Thinking It Through' feature encourage students to do?

    <p>Reflect personally on healthcare topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of fewer funding resources for healthcare?

    <p>Limited access to advanced treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group played a key role in the acknowledgments section?

    <p>Canadian Institute for Health Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the four parts of the medicine wheel represent?

    <p>Spiritual, physical, cognitive, and emotional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the eagle feather considered sacred in First Nations culture?

    <p>It symbolizes a higher connection to the creator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did the RCMP in Nova Scotia implement regarding the eagle feather?

    <p>They adopted the use of eagle feathers for oaths in court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization was primarily involved in early contact with Indigenous people in the interior?

    <p>The Hudson’s Bay Company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major consequence of the diseases brought by traders to Indigenous populations?

    <p>The significant decrease in their population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease was NOT mentioned as having a devastating effect on Indigenous populations?

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

    What principle regarding health services did Tommy Douglas emphasize?

    <p>Health services should not have a price tag.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did Indigenous people face regarding traditional treatments for introduced diseases?

    <p>They remained largely ineffective for many of the new diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health care act was introduced in Canada in 1984?

    <p>Canada Health Act (CHA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the status of the smallpox vaccine among Indigenous populations at the turn of the century?

    <p>It was rarely available to them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant challenge faced by the health care system since the implementation of the Canada Health Act?

    <p>Commissioned reports and health accords.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did colonization have on Indigenous peoples’ health practices?

    <p>It negatively affected their health care practices and traditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms refers to health care that is funded in advance and does not require payment at the point of service?

    <p>Prepaid health care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major transformations of health care in Canada over the past century?

    <p>The adoption of palliative care techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe health care services that are considered necessary for patients but not covered by public health insurance?

    <p>Medically necessary services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did social movements play in the evolution of health care in Canada?

    <p>They helped shape health care policies and reforms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the payment rate for insured services received outside a person's province of origin?

    <p>The host province's fee schedule, except for Quebec</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Quebec health plan handle payments for medical services received outside its province?

    <p>It pays only the amount equivalent to its own fee schedule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criterion was added to the Canada Health Act to ensure service availability?

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

    If a medical service is not available in a person's community, what should happen according to the accessibility criterion?

    <p>They should be referred to the closest location offering the service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Jeremy, who is from Ontario, when he visits a doctor in Saskatchewan?

    <p>He pays the full $20 required by the doctor in Saskatchewan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action would be taken if Monique's needed radiation therapy is unavailable in Thunder Bay?

    <p>She would be sent to Winnipeg for treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possibility for a patient living in a remote area who needs health services not available locally?

    <p>Being directed to the closest location for care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the financial responsibility of patients from Quebec seeking care in another province?

    <p>They pay the difference if costs exceed Quebec rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was established to provide support for former students suffering from mental health and emotional trauma?

    <p>Indian/Indigenous Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of health care providers are included in the health support program for former students?

    <p>Indigenous elders, social workers, and psychiatrists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant criticism was associated with the compensation fund established for former students?

    <p>Misallocation of funds and unethical fees by lawyers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health conditions are currently most affecting Indigenous populations?

    <p>Diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental illness, and addictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the goals of integrating traditional health practices with western medical practices?

    <p>To enhance patient outcomes by respecting cultural values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do traditional Indigenous practitioners often have in their communities?

    <p>Shamans or medicine men and women recognized for their healing abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for health professionals working with Indigenous populations?

    <p>An understanding of health-related traditions and cultural practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do traditional Indigenous healers maintain balance according to their beliefs?

    <p>Through harmony among spiritual, natural elements, and human populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    History of Canadian Healthcare

    • Canadian healthcare evolved from pre-Confederation systems.
    • Colonization significantly impacted Indigenous health practices, introducing diseases and disrupting traditional healing methods.
    • Public health insurance was introduced.
    • Legislation shaped healthcare from 1960 until the Canada Health Act (1984).
    • The Canada Health Act’s terms and conditions are critical to understanding the system.
    • Events since 1984, including reports and agreements, are important developments.
    • Agreements, accords, and legislation since 2000 have shaped healthcare further.

    Indigenous Healthcare

    • Indigenous health practices have rich history.
    • Traditional Indigenous healers were believed to connect with the spiritual world.
    • Colonization had a catastrophic effect on Indigenous health practices.
    • Indigenous populations face high rates of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental illness, and substance abuse.
    • There's a recent shift towards recognizing and integrating traditional healing practices with Western medicine.
    • The Eagle Feather is culturally significant and adopted as an alternative to religious oaths.
    • Recent movements have emphasized returning health care responsibility to Indigenous communities.

    Canada Health Act

    • The Act aims to ensure all Canadians have access to insured health services under uniform terms.
    • Accessibility is a key criterion, and provinces must ensure patients in under-served areas can receive services.
    • Canadians may seek care in other provinces or territories, and their home province will cover the costs at the host province's rate if higher. Quebec has different regulations.

    Healthcare Accessibility Issues

    • Geography and health care provider limitations affect access for specific individuals.
    • If a service isn't available locally, patients are granted access in the closest available location, including another province or country.

    Illustrative Cases

    • Cases detail specific scenarios highlighting accessibility challenges and the Canada Health Act.
    • Some examples illustrate how provinces handle out-of-province medical care and accessibility criteria.
    • Emphasis on patient treatment in locations and procedures consistent with the Act's requirements.

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    Explore the evolution of Canadian healthcare from pre-Confederation to the present day. This quiz addresses the impact of colonization on Indigenous health practices and the introduction of public health insurance. Learn about key legislation, the Canada Health Act, and significant developments in the healthcare system since 1984.

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