Health Awareness Quiz

A Grade 10 student reads on a blog that “drinking pure lemon juice every morning cures all kinds of stomach problems.” What is the most responsible action to take before trying this practice?

• Follow it immediately because it’s natural

• Search for scientific evidence from reliable health websites

• Ask friends who have tried it

• Post it on social media to get opinions

You are asked to buy vitamins for your sibling. Which factor BEST ensures the product is safe and effective?

• The brand has a celebrity endorser

• It is cheaper than other brands

• It is approved by the Food and Drug Administration

• The salesperson assures you of good results

Which is a reliable source of health information?

• Faith healer’s advice

• Licensed physician

• An anonymous online forum

• A friend’s Facebook post

Which situation BEST describes a wise selection of health services?

• Choosing a clinic based on distance only

• Selecting a hospital with certified specialists and good facilities

• Going to an unlicensed herbalist for treatment

• Choosing the cheapest option available

A TV commercial claims that a new herbal soap “removes all skin diseases in 2 days.” This is most likely an example of:

• Reliable health information

• Device quackery

• Medical quackery

• Consumer right to safety

Which health professional specializes in treating heart diseases?

• Neurologist

• Cardiologist

• Pulmonologist

• Urologist

Which facility provides surgery without requiring the patient to be admitted overnight?

• Walk-in surgery center

• Health center

• Government hospital

• Extended care facility

PhilHealth is an example of:

• Private hospital

• Public health insurance

• Health maintenance organization (HMO)

• Voluntary hospital

Which facility mainly serves a specific community’s primary healthcare needs?

• Specialty hospital

• Health center

• Teaching hospital

• Extended care facility

Which is a benefit of having medical insurance?

• Guaranteed cure for any illness

• Coverage for laboratory tests and professional fees

• Free health products

• Lifetime hospital stay without charge