Certain groups of individuals are opposed to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) based on religious beliefs that prohibit circumcision and blood transfusions. These individuals believe the PPACA is unconstitutional because it:

a. mandates that all U.S. and legal residents must secure health insurance.
b. replaces current Medicare and Medicaid plans.
c. requires all citizens to participate in offered preventive services.
d. prohibits use of health practices outside of Western medicine.


ANS: A
Correct: The PPACA is a type of national health insurance program to provide funding for U.S. citizens and legal residents to secure health insurance beyond the current programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Incorrect:
b. PPACA does not replace Medicare and Medicaid.
c. PPACA does not require participation in preventive services.
d. PPACA does not require participants to only adhere to principles of Western medicine.

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