Explain what is meant by this statement of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons: "Societal needs for medical health care have both quantitative and qualitative perspectives."
What will be an ideal response?
ANS:
Quantitative means that the appropriate number, type, and mix of physicians, nurses, or other health-care professionals are available. Qualitative needs have to do with the adequacy of the professionals' knowledge, skills, attitudes, and willingness to assume the roles needed by diverse societies. Professional competencies needed by population groups are often culturally specific responses to societal needs, social determinants of health, and the burden of illness.
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