Which principles characterize mental health care in Canada? (Select all that apply.)
a. Portability
b. Universality
c. Accessibility
d. Comprehensiveness
e. Private insurance models
f. Public administration
A, B, C, D, F
Portability refers to retaining services in the event of moving; universality means that everyone in the nation of Canada is covered; accessibility indicates that everyone has access to health care; comprehensiveness means that all necessary treatment is covered; and public administration reveals that the health care system is publicly run and accountable. Private insurance models are the type of insurance provided in the United States.
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