In Order to Assess the Prevalence of a Disease in a Population

question 7

Multiple Choice

In order to assess the prevalence of a disease in a population, a PHN can use the prevalence pot to help better understand the occurrence of disease in her or his community. The prevalence pot: Select all that apply.

• A)Depicts the total number of current cases in the population.
• B)Takes into account duration and incidence of the disease.
• C)Includes assessing the total number of cases of a disease taking into account all of the stages of the disease.
• D)Is a method of calculating the potential number of new cases in a population.

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Definitions:

Assertive

Displaying confidence and directness in claiming one's rights or putting forward one's demands without being aggressive.

Subordinately Defensive

A behavior exhibited by lower-ranking individuals in a hierarchy, aimed at protecting themselves from perceived threats or aggression from more dominant figures.

Domineering Behavior

A controlling and aggressive manner of interacting with others, often involving the exercise of power in an authoritarian way.

Assert Their Thoughts

The act of expressing one's opinions or beliefs confidently and forcefully.