David Has Recently Begun Working the Graveyard Shift (From 10

question 109

Multiple Choice

David has recently begun working the graveyard shift (from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.) .Since the change, he has been getting sick more often.He believes that he might have developed _____ because of the change, and it has caused his immune system to falter.

• A)depression
• B)metabolic syndrome
• C)a vitamin D deficiency
• D)SAD

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Definitions:

Subclinical Case

An instance of a disease that does not present noticeable symptoms and may not be detected without specific diagnostic tests.

Medical Asepsis

Practices aimed at reducing the number and transmission of pathogens to prevent infection, including hand hygiene and the use of barriers.

General Duty Clause

An OSHA clause that requires an employer to maintain a workplace free from hazards that are recognized as likely to cause death or serious injury.

OSHA Standard

Regulations established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure workplace safety and health standards.