Index Crimes Data for the United States Shows That

question 101

Multiple Choice

Index crimes data for the United States shows that

• A) index crimes have significantly increased.
• B) the level of index crime has remained steady.
• C) index crimes decreased between 1998 and 2011.
• D) the forcible rape rate has increased, while the other three categories have declined.

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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Definitions:

Acute Care

Medical treatment for short-term but severe episodes of illness, injury, or other health conditions, typically in a hospital or emergency care setting.

Epidemic

Occurs when the number of cases of a particular disease during a particular time period is significantly higher than might otherwise be expected.

Pandemic

Occurs when a significantly higher number of cases of a disease also spreads through an especially large geographical region spanning many countries or even continents.

Epidemiology

The study of disease patterns to understand the cause of illnesses, how they are spread, and what interventions to take.