Based on Prior National Research, Bowe County High School Hoped

question 7

Essay

Based on prior national research, Bowe County High School hoped to decrease teen pregnancy rates from 6% to 3% through changing from abstinence only to comprehensive sex education. After the program was implemented, the teen pregnancy rate was 4%. What was the effectiveness ratio of this policy change?

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:

Voluntary Action

An act undertaken by choice or free will, often implying a decision made without external coercion.

Board of Directors

A group of individuals elected by shareholders to oversee and make major decisions for a corporation.

Asset Sale

The transaction in which the assets of a company, instead of its stock, are sold to a buyer, transferring ownership of the assets.

Shareholder Approval

The authorization required from a corporation's shareholders to approve significant company actions, such as mergers or sale of substantial assets.