Question 1

When was the National Health Service established?&#10;A) 1948&#10;B) 1958&#10;C) 1938

Accepted Answer

The National Health Service (NHS) was established in 1948, marking a significant transformation in the provision of healthcare services in the United Kingdom, offering comprehensive health services to the public free at the point of use.

Question 2

When was the World Health Organization's original holistic definition of health published?&#10;A) 1936&#10;B) 1946&#10;C) 1956

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization's original holistic definition of health, which emphasizes physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, was published in 1946.

Question 3

When was the Black Report published?&#10;A) 1970&#10;B) 1980&#10;C) 1990

Accepted Answer

The Black Report was published in 1980, commissioned by the UK government to investigate health inequalities.

Question 4

Which set of frameworks was set up by the NHS Plan (2000) to reduce variation in healthcare performance?&#10;A) the National Service Frameworks&#10;B) the Health Service Frameworks&#10;C) the Welfare Service Frameworks

Accepted Answer

The National Service Frameworks were established by the NHS Plan (2000) to reduce variation in healthcare performance by setting national standards and defining service models for specific service areas.

Question 5

What level of the healthcare system provides the majority of healthcare in the UK?&#10;A) secondary care&#10;B) primary care&#10;C) tertiary care

Accepted Answer

Primary care is the first point of contact for most people in the UK healthcare system, providing the majority of healthcare services, including general practice, community pharmacy, dental, and optometry services.

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