Historically, Which of the Following Best Describes the Primary Responsibility

question 2

Multiple Choice

Historically, which of the following best describes the primary responsibility of public health?

• A) To ensure a clean supply of water
• B) The preservation of society and prevention of disease
• C) Research into new technology
• D) To ensure an adequate supply of physicians and health care

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Definitions:

Ishihara

Refers to an eye test to determine color vision.

Decibel

A unit of measure to express the degree of loudness of sound.

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive method to measure the oxygen saturation level of the blood.

Funduscopy

Examination of the fundus of the eye.