The client is experiencing nasal congestion from a cold. The client self-administers an over-the-counter cold product to alleviate symptoms. The best description of the health care system the client is using is:
1. Complementary health care.
2. Scientific health care.
3. Personal health care.
4. Popular health care.
Answer: 4
Explanation: 4. The popular health care subsystem is where care is provided by oneself, family, or friends. Complementary health care consists of providers and practices outside the mainstream health care system. The scientific health subsystem is care based on scientific research-derived evidence. Personal health care is the sector that provides health-related services to individual clients.
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