Experiencing Minority Stress

question 51

Multiple Choice

Experiencing minority stress

• A) has mainly short-term effects on health.
• B) has mainly long-term effects on health.
• C) affects people's mental health more than their physical health.
• D) increases the chances that minority group members will engage in risky behaviors.

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Definitions:

Pressure Dressing

A tightly applied bandage designed to apply pressure to a wound to control bleeding and promote clotting.

Fluid Intake

The amount of liquid consumed by an organism, crucial for maintaining hydration and supporting bodily functions.

Vasovagal Reaction

A common cause of fainting, triggered by a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure leading to reduced blood flow to the brain.

Cardiac Catheterization

A medical procedure used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions by inserting a catheter into the heart or surrounding arteries.