When Considering Whether an Increase in the Distribution of a Disease

question 51

Multiple Choice

When considering whether an increase in the distribution of a disease is real or artifactual, which question would epidemiologists be most likely to ask?

• A) Has there been an increased interest in identifying the disease?
• B) Did the disease's definition change before the change in distribution?
• C) Have there been advances in the ability to identify the disease?
• D) All of these are correct.

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Definitions:

Older Adults

Individuals typically aged 65 years and over, often experiencing various physical, social, and psychological changes.

Long-Term Friends

Individuals with whom one maintains a friendship over many years, often characterized by deep understanding and mutual support.

Meaningful

Having significance, purpose, or value, often in a way that is personally or socially fulfilling.

Cohabitation

The act of living together and having a sexual relationship without being married.