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The role of the consumer in the healthcare system is emphasized. Choose the service or provider deemed most desirable or suitable and to have some say in the types of treatments offered or available. What is and what should be the role of the consumer in a health services system?

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The role of the consumer in the healthcare system is clarified. References are also provided to justify the assertions.

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Currently, the role of the consumer in the healthcare system is to choose the service or provider deemed most desirable or suitable and to have some say in the types of treatments offered or available. In addition, the consumer takes on a more interactive role, by taking participating in the treatment process. Following dietary regimens, taking medication as prescribed and performing exercises prescribed by a therapist are examples of the consumer's direct ...

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