Racial Differences in Health Grow Smaller in the Oldest Populations

question 8

True/False

Racial differences in health grow smaller in the oldest populations, and African Americans who survive to join the oldest-old category have a slightly longer life expectancy than whites of the same age.

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Definitions:

Intravenous Pyelogram

A radiographic study of the kidney, ureters, and urinary bladder that uses intravenous contrast material to visualize urinary tract abnormalities.

Contrast Medium

A substance used in medical imaging to improve the visibility of internal structures or fluids, thereby aiding in the diagnosis of medical conditions.

Iodine

A nonmetallic element belonging to the halogen group.

Invasive Procedure

Diagnostic methods involving entry into living tissue.