The Public Health Goal of Reducing the Average Period of Diminished

question 11

Multiple Choice

The public health goal of reducing the average period of diminished vigor before death as life expectancy extends is called

• A)compression of morbidity.
• B)selective optimization.
• C)anticipation of mortality.
• D)quality of life expectancy.

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Definitions:

Social Function

The roles or purposes that an activity, event, or institution serves within a society, contributing to the overall operation and stability of that society.

Sadness

An emotional state characterized by feelings of unhappiness, sorrow, or melancholy, often resulting from experiences of loss or disappointment.

Facial Expressions

Visibly manifested emotions or intentions through the movements or positions of the muscles in the face.

Universality

The quality of being true or relevant in all circumstances and situations.