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Ch 17 Personal Finance

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Body Composition   The proportion of muscle, bone, fat, and other tissue that make up body weight  
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Walk-in Clinic   A health care facility that provides certain routine medical attention  
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Dietary Supplement   A product that is intended to enhance a person's diet.  
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Hypoallergenic   A type of product that does not contain ingredients likely to cause allergic reactions  
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Primary care physician   A doctor trained to diagnose and treat a variety of illnesses in all phases of medicine  
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Specialist   A physician who has had further education and training in a specific branch of medicine  
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Prescription drug   A medication that can only be obtained with a physician's orders  
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Over-the-counter drug   A nonprescription medication available on supermarket and drug store shelves  
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Generic drug   A drug sold by its common name, chemical composition, or class  
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Physical fitness   A state in which all body systems function efficiently  
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True   Renting equipment is often a good idea when beginning a costly new sport or hobby  
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True   Patients should keep accurate medical records, including medical identification, histories, and bills  
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False   Alternative medical practices do not include acupuncture, herbal remedies, and massage  
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True   Smart travelers begin their vacation planning at the library or online  
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True   The best time to choose a physician, dentist, and other health care professionals is before you need one  
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True   A podiatrist treats minor foot ailments  
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False   An acute care facility is a hospital that provides continuing care for chronic or ongoing illness  
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True   It is advisable to check with your health care provider before relying heavily on alternative treatments  
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False   Patients should take drugs and medicines prescribed by their physicians without asking a lot of time-consuming questions  
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True   Labels on drugs and cosmetics must carry warnings and adequate directions for safe use of any products that may be hazardous if misused  
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True   Smoking increases health care costs  
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True   The FDA has the authority to ban cosmetic products that are unsafe or misbranded  
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True   Electrical grooming appliances should carry the Underwriters Laboratories symbol that tells you that the appliances meet standards for electrical safety  
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False   Package vacations eliminate the need to investigate travel plans and accommodations on your own  
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True   Many websites enable you to make complete and detailed travel and vacation plans and reservations  
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Walking   Which of the following activities is the least expensive?  
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Do my friends use it?   When buying a cosmetic pr grooming aid, consider all except which of the following questions:  
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Supported by patient fees, contributions, and endowments   A nonprofit hospital is___  
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All of the above   When consumers experience a serious adverse reaction to a cosmetic product, they should___  
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A passport   An official government authorization for travel to foreign countries that serves as proof of identity and citizenship is ___  
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Has had additional education and training in a particular branch of medicine or dentistry   A specialist in health care is a medical professional who ___  
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Insured against malpractice lawsuits   All of the following are qualifications to consider when choosing health care professionals EXCEPT___  
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An emphasis on physical activity as a part of a safe weight-loss program   False claims in the fitness and weight loss field include all of the following EXCEPT ___  
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The manufacturer's trade secrets   What information is NOT required by law on cosmetic labels?  
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Return it to the seller or manufacturer and ask for a refund   If you are dissatisfied with a cosmetic or it does not meet specific advertising claims, you should ___  
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The safety of this product has not been determined   When cosmetic manufacturers do NOT test a product for safety, which warning must they place on the label?  
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1.) Is it habit forming? 2.) Side effects? 3.) Non prescription? 4.) Is it necessary?   List four questions to ask when a doctor prescribes medication for you.  
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1.) Cost? 2.) Length 3.) Size of tour group 4.) Who is going to be there? 5.) Available options   List five pieces of information you should know before signing up for a vacation package or group tour.  
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