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HMS, HIC 2014 HSC 4 MC

Which of the following is an example of reorienting health services as specified in the Ottawa Charter?

  1. Redirecting services from cure to prevention
  2. Redirecting services from private to public health care
  3. Allowing health service professionals to focus on curing ill health
  4. Supporting individuals to identify personal networks and services
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  • A is correct: Reorienting health services means shifting focus from treatment to prevention.

Other Options:

  • B is incorrect: Private/public shift isn’t reorienting health services concept.
  • C is incorrect: Focusing on cure contradicts reorienting towards prevention.
  • D is incorrect: Supporting networks relates to strengthening community action.