Lesson 1 Making Consumer Choices What information do you need before you make a decision regarding health care products and services?

Lesson 1 Many health products and services are promoted through advertising. advertising Advertisements make you want to buy the featured product. By analyzing the messages hidden in ads for health products, you can make a better-informed purchasing decision. Media and Advertising Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Hidden Messages in Advertising Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Compare these six things when choosing a product Comparing Choices Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 You can make wise purchasing decisions through comparison shoppingcomparison shopping. Some criteria to consider as you evaluate products and services: Cost Features Quality Warranty Safety Recommendations Comparing Choices Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 One way to compare two similar products is to read their labels. Product Labels Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Some points to consider when shopping online: Price: Online sources sometimes offer lower prices. However, some of these savings may be lost by the added cost of shipping. Convenience: Items are delivered directly to the home. For many people this convenience outweighs the potential problem of repackaging and mailing items that may need to be returned. Product information: Online descriptions provide only limited information about a product. Today’s Consumer Choices Online Shopping

Lesson 1 Consider the following safeguards: Safeguards When Shopping Online Get permission from your parents or guardians. Make sure that the site is secure. Check the organization's return policy. Write down any purchase related information. Today’s Consumer Choices

Lesson 1 Some individuals and businesses employ fraud to sell defective products or ineffective services. Several types of products are particularly susceptible to health fraud: Weight-loss products claim that a person can lose weight virtually overnight. Beauty and anti-aging products may work temporarily, but none offer permanent results. Products that aren’t approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may harm you. Health Fraud Fraudulent Products

Lesson 1 Fraudulent Treatments Another type of health fraud involves clinics that specialize in “miracle” cures for ailments. These methods are ineffective and may even be dangerous. However, not all clinics offering specialized treatments are fraudulent. Check with a health care professional before seeking treatment at such a clinic. Health Fraud

Lesson 1 Health care professionals can sometimes be negligent or guilty of malpractice. To make sure that you are getting the best medical treatment possible, you can: Get a second opinion from another health care professional for any major health concern. Get help from a regulatory organization such as the American Medical Association if you have a critical problem with a health care professional. Other Problems with Health Services Health Fraud

Lesson 1 Q. The method of judging benefits of different products by comparing several similar factors for each one is known as ______. Choose the appropriate option. 1.online shopping 2. advertising 3.comparison shopping 4. media Quick Review

Lesson 1 A. 3. comparison shopping The method of judging benefits of different products by comparing several similar factors for each one is known as comparison shopping. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

Lesson 1 Q. A _______ is a company’s or a store’s written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly. 1.receipt 2. warranty 3.marketing policy 4. license Choose the appropriate option. Quick Review

Lesson 1 A. 2. warranty A warranty is a company’s or a store’s written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

Lesson 1 Quick Review 1.Get permission from your parents or guardians. 2.Make sure that the site is secure. 3.Check the organization’s return policy. 4.All of the above Q. Which of the following are s ome safeguards you should consider before shopping online are:

Lesson 1 Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer A. 4. All of the above The safeguards you should consider before shopping online are: get permission from your parents or guardians, make sure that the site is secure, check the organization’s return policy.

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Lesson 1 Safety Considerations Safety considerations should be foremost in your mind when choosing sports, recreation, or home-safety products. Logos to look for on any product or equipment you are thinking of buying: Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Snell American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Informed Health Consumer To become an informed health consumer, you need to:health consumer Learn about available health products and services. Understand how to judge their effectiveness and reliability. A health consumer is anyone who purchases or uses health products or services. Being an Informed Health Consumer

Lesson 1 Internal Factors External Factors Habit Personal taste Opinions of family members and friends Cost Media Media refers to the various methods of communicating information. Factors Influencing Your Decisions Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Many health products and services are promoted through advertising. advertising Advertisements make you want to buy the featured product. By analyzing the messages hidden in ads for health products, you can make a better-informed purchasing decision. Media and Advertising Advertising is a written or spoken media message designed to interest consumers in purchasing a product or service. Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 You can make wise purchasing decisions through comparison shoppingcomparison shopping. Some criteria to consider as you evaluate products and services: Cost Features Quality Warranty Safety Recommendations Comparing Choices Comparison shopping is a method of judging the benefits of different products by comparing several factors, such as quality, features, and cost. Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 You can make wise purchasing decisions through comparison shoppingcomparison shopping. Some criteria to consider as you evaluate products and services: Cost Features Quality Warranty Safety Recommendations A warranty is a company’s or a store’s written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly. Comparing Choices Influences on Your Decisions

Lesson 1 Some points to consider when shopping online: Price: Online sources sometimes offer lower prices. However, some of these savings may be lost by the added cost of shipping. Convenience: Items are delivered directly to the home. For many people this convenience outweighs the potential problem of repackaging and mailing items that may need to be returned. Product information: Online descriptions provide only limited information about a product. Online Shopping Online shopping involves using the Internet to buy products and services. Today’s Consumer Choices

Lesson 1 A. Correct! The method of judging benefits of different products by comparing several similar factors for each one is known as comparison shopping. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

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Lesson 1 A. Correct! A warranty is a company’s or a store’s written agreement to repair a product or refund your money should the product not function properly. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

Lesson 1 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer

Lesson 1 A. Correct! The safeguards you should consider before shopping online are: get permission from your parents or guardians, make sure that the site is secure, check the organization’s return policy. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

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Lesson 1 A. Correct! Safety considerations should be foremost in your mind when choosing sports, recreation, or home- safety products. Click Next to attempt another question. Quick Review - Answer

Lesson 1 You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer. Quick Review - Answer