quiz #1 Flashcards
What does “consumer health” refer to?
Knowledge and decision-making about health services and products
Which of the following is considered quackery?
A. Consulting a licensed doctor
B. Buying medicine from a pharmacy
C. Using unproven methods to treat diseases
D. Practicing good hygiene
C.
Which of the following is a sign of a health quack?
A. Provides evidence-based treatments
B. Has formal medical training
C. Promises quick cures for all diseases
D. Refers patients to specialists when needed
C.
What is the primary risk of falling for quackery?
Delayed proper medical treatment
Lagundi is traditionally used for treating which condition?
Cough and asthma
Which of the following is a characteristic of alternative modalities?
They complement conventional medicine
Which of the following is considered a form of alternative medicine?
A. Chemotherapy
B. Physical therapy
C. Acupuncture
D. Vaccination
C.
Reflexology focuses on applying pressure to:
Specific points on hands, feet, and ears
What is the main purpose of the Consumer Act of the Philippines?
To protect consumers from harmful products and services
- Which government agency in the Philippines is responsible for protecting consumers against fraud and quackery?
DOH
Which herb is commonly used in the Philippines to treat fungal infections?
Akalpulko (Ringworm bush)
Which law in the Philippines aims to promote consumer welfare and protect their rights?
The Consumer Act (RA 7394)
Which of the following is NOT considered a form of quackery?
A. Miracle cures
B. Magnetic therapy without evidence
© Prescribed medication from a licensed doctor
D. Treatments claiming to cure all diseases
C.
Herbal medicines are:
used for centuries and sometimes scientifically validated
True or False: Quackery refers to the promotion of fraudulent or ignorant medical practices.
True
