Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the United States Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS)?

Accepted Answer

To guide local, state, and federal governments in providing direct services, financing, information, and policy setting for health care

Question 2

Which federal act established the foundation for unemployment compensation and old age benefits in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Social Security Act of 1935

Question 3

A nurse is practicing in a state that is part of the Nursing Licensure Compact. What does this mean for the nurse?

Accepted Answer

The nurse can practice in any state that participates in the compact without obtaining additional licenses

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a direct service provided by the government in health care?

Accepted Answer

Financing health education programs

Question 5

The Consumer Bill of Rights in health care emphasizes which of the following principles?

Accepted Answer

The health-care system is fair, meets patients’ needs, and encourages active patient participation

Question 6

Which government agency is primarily responsible for disease surveillance and prevention in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Question 7

A nurse wants to influence health-care policy. Which of the following actions would be most effective?

Accepted Answer

Joining a Political Action Committee (PAC) to advocate for legislative change

Question 8

Which of the following is a major concern associated with health-care reform in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Rationing care and limiting coverage for specific problems

Question 9

Managed care organizations (MCOs), health maintenance organizations (HMOs), and preferred provider organizations (PPOs) are all examples of:

Accepted Answer

Health-care delivery systems

Question 10

Which equation best represents the relationship between health-care costs ($$C$$), number of patients ($$N$$), and average cost per patient ($$A$$)?

Accepted Answer

$$C = N 	imes A$$

Question 11

A state government mandates quarantine during a disease outbreak. Which level of government is exercising its authority?

Accepted Answer

State

Question 12

Which of the following is a future trend in health care according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Increased involvement of political action committees (PACs)

Question 13

Which of the following best illustrates the resurgence of self care in health care?

Accepted Answer

Increased use of midwives and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)

Question 14

Which international organization meets annually with the World Health Organization (WHO) to discuss global health issues?

Accepted Answer

United Nations (UN)

Question 15

Which of the following is a primary factor contributing to the rising costs of health care in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Introduction of public health benefits like Medicare and Medicaid

Question 16

A nurse is reviewing the Nurse Practice Act in their state. What is the main purpose of this act?

Accepted Answer

To define the scope of practice and legal limitations for nurses

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the government's financing role in health care?

Accepted Answer

Providing grants for medical and nursing research and education

Question 18

Occupational health in the United States is regulated by which federal act?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a health-care policy issue currently facing the United States?

Accepted Answer

Managing health-care costs and promoting access

Question 20

A nurse is advocating for early detection and intervention in patient care. Which health-care trend does this reflect?

Accepted Answer

Resurgence of self care

Chapter 2: Government Influences on Health Care: Sociological Perspectives

Study Guide - Practice Questions