The Underlying Causes, or Risk Factors, That Inform the Prevalence

question 28

Multiple Choice

The underlying causes, or risk factors, that inform the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and their persistence in the Indigenous populations include

• A) participation in the sex trade.
• B) poverty and generational trauma.
• C) lack of health services.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Daily Substance Abuse

The repetitive and harmful use of substances such as drugs or alcohol on a daily basis.

Compromised Coping

Compromised coping is a state wherein an individual's usual coping mechanisms are overwhelmed or ineffective, leading to difficulty in managing stress or emotional distress.

Aggressive Patient

A patient who exhibits behaviors that are forceful, hostile, or attacking, often challenging healthcare safety and management.

Intervention Team

A group of professionals from various disciplines working together to plan and carry out interventions for individuals requiring assistance in health, educational, or social settings.