A patient that is of the American Indian culture is waiting to be seen in a non-Indian Health Service facility. What concern might this patient have about receiving health care through this route?
A. Conflict between his or her perception of the illness and what the physician diagnoses
B. Easier to receive medical care through emergency departments rather than private physicians
C. Receive better health care from mainstream medical services
D. Concern that medical insurance won't cover all the medical costs
Answer: A
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