Question

which of the following is not a possible consequence of inadequate access to health care? greater chance of having diseases such as cancer go undiagnosed; increased opportunities to identify chronic conditions in time for treatment; increased risk of developing tooth decay, gum disease, cavities, and bone loss; skipped annual exams and follow-up visits with doctors and specialists

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Inadequate healthcare access can lead to undiagnosed diseases like cancer, so this is a consequence.
• Option 2: Inadequate access would limit, not increase, opportunities to identify chronic conditions in time for treatment. This is not a consequence of inadequate access.
• Option 3: Lack of healthcare access can lead to poor oral health (tooth decay, etc.), so this is a consequence.
• Option 4: Skipping exams/visits is a result of not having adequate access to healthcare.

Answer:

B. Increased opportunities to identify chronic conditions in time for treatment