Making Consumer Choices Answers

What is a good way to establish the credibility of online sources?

All websites with medical information should be considered credible.

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

The average adult in the US watches _____ hours of television each week.

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

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.

A general definition of media is "methods for communicating information."

Which of these statements is NOT true?

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

Important factors in determining the credibility of a health product manufacturer include __________.

Which of the following developed technologies has NOT greatly increased the speed of information dissemination?

When choosing a healthcare provider, who is responsible for making sure insurance covers the care?

When making informed decisions about health products or procedures, it's important to consider __________.

Advertisements are designed to __________.

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