What Is Asthma Thought to Be Caused By

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is asthma thought to be caused by?

• A) An autosomal recessive trait
• B) Autoimmunity
• C) Excessive use of antibiotics as a young child
• D) Interactions between genetic and environmental factors

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Definitions:

Informatics

The science of processing data for storage and retrieval; in healthcare, it deals with the resources, devices, and methods required to optimize the acquisition, storage, retrieval, and use of information in health and biomedicine.

Computer Competency

The ability to effectively use computer systems, software, and the Internet for various tasks.

Retrieve Information

The process of finding and bringing back data or details from a storage location or database.

Confidentiality

The ethical and legal duty to protect personal or sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure or access.