Question

analyzing barriers
raj is recovering from a knee injury and needs physical therapy. at first, his health insurance would not cover the cost, and he was worried that he could not get therapy. however, the insurance company recently reversed its decision, and raj will be able to have the therapy. he found a therapist who accepts his insurance. however, her office is more than 10 miles away, and raj does not own a car. she would like him to visit three times a week for at least six weeks.
what barrier must raj overcome to receive appropriate medical care?
o a financial barrier, as his insurance company will not pay for his therapy
o an environmental barrier, as the recommended therapist is located too far away
o a family barrier, as rajs father does not support his decision to seek care
o a social barrier, as there are no physical therapists in his town

Explanation:

• Financial barrier: Insurance company reversed its decision, so this is not the case.
• Environmental barrier: Therapist's office is more than 10 miles away and Raj has no car. This distance - related issue is an environmental barrier as it pertains to the physical location (environment) of the service.
• Family barrier: There is no mention of Raj's father not supporting his decision in the text.
• Social barrier: Raj found a therapist, so there are physical therapists in the area (at least one), so this is not correct.

Answer:

an environmental barrier, as the recommended therapist is located too far away