quiz #1 Flashcards

1
Q

What does “consumer health” refer to?

A

Knowledge and decision-making about health services and products

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2
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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

A

C.

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3
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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

A

C.

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4
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What is the primary risk of falling for quackery?

A

Delayed proper medical treatment

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5
Q

Lagundi is traditionally used for treating which condition?

A

Cough and asthma

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6
Q

Which of the following is a characteristic of alternative modalities?

A

They complement conventional medicine

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7
Q

Which of the following is considered a form of alternative medicine?
A. Chemotherapy
B. Physical therapy
C. Acupuncture
D. Vaccination

A

C.

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8
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Reflexology focuses on applying pressure to:

A

Specific points on hands, feet, and ears

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9
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What is the main purpose of the Consumer Act of the Philippines?

A

To protect consumers from harmful products and services

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10
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  1. Which government agency in the Philippines is responsible for protecting consumers against fraud and quackery?
A

DOH

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11
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Which herb is commonly used in the Philippines to treat fungal infections?

A

Akalpulko (Ringworm bush)

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12
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Which law in the Philippines aims to promote consumer welfare and protect their rights?

A

The Consumer Act (RA 7394)

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13
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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

A

C.

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14
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Herbal medicines are:

A

used for centuries and sometimes scientifically validated

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15
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True or False: Quackery refers to the promotion of fraudulent or ignorant medical practices.

A

True

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16
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True or False: Sambong is used for its diuretic properties and can help in treating kidney stones.

A

True

17
Q

True or False: All alternative therapies are scientifically proven and should be trusted over conventional medicine

A

False

18
Q

True or False: The Consumer Act of the Philippines provides guidelines for protecting consumers from unsafe and ineffective health

A

True

19
Q

True or False: Akapulko is known for its anti-fungal properties

A

True

20
Q

Sambong

A

diuretic and kidney stones

21
Q

Lagundi

A

cough and asthma

22
Q

akalpulko

A

antifungal

23
Q

tsaang gubat

A

stomach pain

24
Q

bayabas

A

stomach pain or antifungal

25
Q

Uses cups that form a vacuum on the skin to promote blood circulation

A

Ventosa massage

26
Q

is a system that employs a wide range of natural means to restore health such as diet and lifestyle.

A

Naturopathy

27
Q

it is a technique that involves piercing the skin with thin long needles at specific anatomical points to relieve pain or illness.

A

Accupuncture

28
Q

The application of touch and movement to muscles and joints without further manipulation.

A

Massage

29
Q

they use herbs, diet, meditation, massage and yoga to stimulate the body to make it natural drugs.

A

Ayurveda

30
Q

They are facing an incurable health condition leaving this their last option.

A

Desparate