The Isotope ²⁰¹Th Is Used in the Diagnosis of Heart

question 48

Multiple Choice

The isotope ²⁰¹Th is used in the diagnosis of heart disease.It has a first-order rate constant, k, of 9.49 * 10^-3 h^-1.What is the half-life for ²⁰¹Th?

• A)73 hr
• B)0.014 hr
• C)9.49 * 10^-3 hr
• D)7.3 hr
• E)1.4 hr

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Middle Ages

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