How Much Does the United States Spend on Health Care

question 49

Multiple Choice

How much does the United States spend on health care?

• A)$50 billion
• B)$175 billion
• C)$1.2 trillion
• D)$2.6 trillion

---

Definitions:

Reduced Cell Elasticity

A decline in the ability of cells to return to their original shape after being stretched or compressed, often associated with aging or disease.

Medical Asepsis

Practices aimed at reducing the number and spread of pathogens in medical settings to prevent infection.

Urinary Catheterization

The insertion of a catheter into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine, often used for medical conditions that impair natural urination.

Parenteral Medications

Medicines administered bypassing the gastrointestinal tract, typically through injections.