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Destiiny22 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which action would a United States healthcare provider need to take to understand the Chinese philosophy of HEALTH and ILLNESS?

1. Examine Taoist religion and philosophy.
2. Follow the Confucian way of life.
3. Understand the Chinese culture.
4. Live according to the Buddhist precepts.

Question 2

In ancient Chinese medicine, what was the role of the physician? Select all that apply.

1. Cured illness
2. Prevent disease from occurring
3. Paid for medication when the patient became ill
4. Received payment when the patient became ill

ttt030911 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. Taoist religion and philosophy is the foundation for the Chinese philosophy of HEALTH and ILLNESS based on adapting the self to the order of nature.
2. Confucianism does not underlie the Chinese philosophy of HEALTH and ILLNESS.
3. Understanding the Chinese culture does not mean that HEALTH and ILLNESS will be understood.
4. Taoist principles guide the Chinese philosophy of HEALTH and ILLNESS, not Buddhist precepts.

Answer to Question 2

2, 3
Explanation: 1. In ancient Chinese medicine, the physician did not cure an illness.
2. In ancient Chinese medicine, the physician prevented disease from occurring.
3. In ancient Chinese medicine, the physician had to pay for medication when the patient became ill.
4. In ancient Chinese medicine, payments to the physician stopped when the patient became ill.