HMS, HAG EQ-Bank 43 MC

A salesperson visits a young person's home promoting expensive vitamin supplements, claiming they help prevent chronic disease. The salesperson says the discounted price is only available today.

Which strategy best protects the young person as a health consumer?

Asking for the product's AUST L number to confirm it is listed with the TGA
Buying one pack, knowing a cooling-off period allows it to be returned
Asking the salesperson to provide research supporting the product's claims
Declining to commit today and checking the claims with a GP or pharmacist

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\(D\)

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D is correct: Refusing the pressure to decide on the spot and seeking independent professional advice allows the claims to be evaluated before any money is spent.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: An AUST L number shows the product is listed as a low-risk medicine, but the TGA does not assess listed medicines for effectiveness before listing.
B is incorrect: A cooling-off period protects the purchase, not the consumer’s health, and prevention benefits could not be judged within it.
C is incorrect: Research supplied by the seller is likely to be selective and is not independent evidence.