Projected Physician Shortages for the Year 2020 Exceeds 90,000 in the U.S

question 19

True/False

Projected physician shortages for the year 2020 exceeds 90,000 in the U.S., a figure cited by the Association of American Medical Colleges.

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:

Reduced Time

Strategies or measures implemented to decrease the amount of time required to perform a task or process, often leading to increased efficiency.

Crowding

A situation where excess demand in a confined space or system leads to uncomfortable or inefficient conditions, often observed in urban areas, public transport, or event management.

Mass Irritation Phenomenon

A social or psychological phenomenon where a large number of individuals feel annoyance or discomfort due to a common cause.

Space Deficit Arousal

Space Deficit Arousal is the psychological state induced by a lack of personal space or crowded conditions, often leading to stress or discomfort.