PE Test 8 - Making Consumer Choices #3

A general definition of media is "methods for communicating information

The average adult in the US watches _____ hours of television each week. A. 12 B. 16 C. 28 D. 48

When making informed decisions about health products or procedures, it's important to consider __________. A. risks, costs, and caution B. credibility, risks, and costs C. risks, credibility, and friends' referrals D. none of the above

Which statement describes a key effect of technology? A. Technology creates more sources of information. B. Technology creates fewer sources of information. C. Technology makes it easy to determine which sources are credible. D. Technology keeps information concealed from the public

All websites with medical information should be considered credible

Which of these statements is NOT true? A. Advertising is not a contributing factor for underaged alcohol drinking. B. Teens are more likely to have unprotected sex when drinking alcohol. C. About 28% of high school seniors are binge drinkers. D. Underaged drinkers are more likely to contract a sexually transmitted disease

Possible interaction with other medications is a risk when choosing a new health product.

Trustworthy health-related websites should be frequently reviewed by medical professionals, even if the content doesn't change

Advertisements are designed to __________. A. convince consumers to purchase their products B. emphasize the benefits of the products C. provide messages that make products seem glamorous D. all of the above

When choosing a healthcare provider, who is responsible for making sure insurance covers the care? A. you B. doctors C. insurance companies D. nurses

Which of the following recently developed technologies has NOT greatly increased the speed of information dissemination? A. smartphones B. e-mail C. typewriter D. teleconferencing

Which statement describes a key effect of technology? A. Technology creates more sources of information. B. Technology creates fewer sources of information. C. Technology makes it easy to determine which sources are credible. D. Technology keeps information concealed from the public.

Medical information is more readily available now than at any point in the past.

Technology has provided methods for near-instantaneous transmission of information.

Trustworthy health-related websites should be frequently reviewed by medical professionals, even if the content doesn't change.

What is a good way to establish the credibility of online sources? A. checking the site for links to other credible sources B. assess the presentation of the material for professionalism C. determine if the site presents good, unbiased coverage of the topics D. all of the above

Health messaging through the media can be both positive and negative.

Natural remedies are usually more effective and safer because they are thoroughly tested.