A student nurse asked to identify the types of services currently provided in the U.S. health care delivery system should mention which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Restructuring
b. Health promotion
c. Diagnosis and treatment
d. Illness prevention
e. Seamless systems
f. Alliances and networks
ANS: B, C, D
Of the options listed, those considered to be health care services are health promotion, diagnosis and treatment, and illness prevention. The other options are terms used in this chapter.
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