A local senator has proposed changes to the health care delivery system in the United States. Based on current trends, which of the following is most likely to occur?
a. There will be new opportunities provided for public health specialists.
b. It will result in isolated care being pro-vided to individuals.
c. There will be an increased emphasis in specialty care.
d. It will increase the utilization of acute care services.
ANS: 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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