A Basic Health Unit selects a low-cost water purification method that is scientifically safe, acceptable to residents and easy for families to maintain. Which primary health care principle is shown?
Correct answer: B. Appropriate health technology
- A. Specialised institutional care
- B. Appropriate health technology
- C. Centralised decision-making
- D. Curative hospital management
Explanation
Appropriate technology is scientifically sound, affordable, acceptable and practical for the community using it. It is not the same as providing highly specialised hospital equipment for every community problem.
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