Which of the following describes a barrier to obtaining care in a rural area?
a. Readily available transportation
b. Inadequate provider understanding about rural health needs
c. Short distances to health care facilities
d. Available specialists
ANS: B
One common barrier to health care is inadequate provider attitudes and understanding about rural populations. The barriers to health care among the rural population are associated with one of the following characteristics: whether services and professionals are available, affordable, accessible, or acceptable to rural consumers.
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