Proposed changes to the health care delivery system in the United States will:
a. Provide new opportunities for public health specialists.
b. Result in isolated care being provided to individuals.
c. Emphasize specialty care.
d. Increase the utilization of acute care services.
A
Proposed changes in the health care delivery system will provide new opportunities for public health specialists and result in the creation of new roles within the system. The proposed changes will build an integrated system (not isolated), decrease emphasis on acute care services, and focus on health promotion and disease prevention.
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