Ten New Cases of Schizophrenia Were Diagnosed in a Small

question 194

Multiple Choice

Ten new cases of schizophrenia were diagnosed in a small town in the Midwest this week. This observation refers to the _____ of schizophrenia in this small population.

• A) risk
• B) incidence
• C) prevalence
• D) epidemiology

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Definitions:

Kyphosis

A forward rounding of the back, leading to a hunched posture, which can be due to various medical conditions.

External Auditory Meatus

The ear canal, a pathway running from the outer ear to the middle ear.

Temporal Bone

The temporal bone is a large bone at the side and base of the skull, which houses the structures of the ear.

Paget's Disease

A long-term skeletal disorder characterized by the enlargement and deformity of bones resulting from irregular bone loss and regeneration.