Injuries as a Share of the Total Burden of Deaths

question 11

Multiple Choice

Injuries as a share of the total burden of deaths vary by region from:

• A) 15 to 20% of total deaths
• B) 20 to 25% of total deaths
• C) 25 to 30% of total deaths
• D) 6 to 15% of total deaths

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Definitions:

Pulsatile Area

A region on the body where the pulse is easily felt, such as the wrist or neck, indicating heartbeat and blood flow.

Orthostatic Hypotension

A form of low blood pressure that occurs when standing up from sitting or lying down, leading to dizziness or fainting.

Prolonged Bed Rest

Extended periods of lying down as part of a medical treatment, which can lead to complications such as muscle atrophy and pressure ulcers.

Cigarette Smoking

The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke produced by burning tobacco in cigars, cigarettes, or pipes.