Asked by Briannagh Smith on May 08, 2024

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Which of the following would be an example of accessibility,one of five criteria that must be met for federal cost sharing according to the Canada Health Act?

A) The requirement to have a hospital in all Canadian cities
B) The abolishment of a user fee for physician's office visits
C) Free dressing supplies for people discharged early from hospital
D) Free eyeglasses for people with failing vision

Federal Cost Sharing

A financial arrangement where costs of a specific program or project are divided between the federal government and state or local governments, or other entities.

Canada Health Act

A piece of Canadian federal legislation that sets conditions and criteria provinces and territories must meet to receive federal cash contributions for health care.

Accessibility

Residents of a province or territory must have reasonable access to insured services.

  • Understand the range of care and its importance in ensuring healthcare accessibility, as well as the consequences of the First Ministers' Accord on Health Care Renewal.
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Atikah Mahamad25May 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The abolishment of a user fee for physician's office visits would improve accessibility by removing a financial barrier to accessing necessary medical care. The other options do not necessarily address accessibility according to the criteria of the Canada Health Act.