A client is receiving PHC services. Which of the following expectations would the client have?
a. The care would be provided by a physi-cian.
b. Private insurance would be necessary to receive care.
c. The emphasis of care provided would be on prevention.
d. A referral would be made to a specialist after receiving services.
ANS: C
The focus of PHC is a broad range of services that are designed to be affordable for the recipi-ents of the care and the governments who provide them. The emphasis of care is on prevention and the means of providing the care is based on practical, scientifically sound, culturally appro-priate, and socially acceptable methods. All clients can receive PHC services regardless of insur-ance status. Those receiving primary care services may or may not need referral to a specialist.
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