How Many Years of a Residency Program Is Required for Newly

question 20

Multiple Choice

How many years of a residency program is required for newly graduated M.D.s choosing to specialize in family practice, internal medicine, or pediatrics?

• A)2 years
• B)3 years  
• C)4 years
• D)5 years

---

Definitions:

Birth Defects

Conditions that are present at birth and can affect the structure or function of the body, ranging from mild to severe.

Preventable Cause

A factor that can be modified or avoided to reduce the likelihood of an adverse health event or condition.

Neurotoxicants

Substances that are poisonous or harmful to the nervous system, potentially causing damage to nerve tissue.

Birth Defects

Abnormalities of structure, function, or metabolism present at birth that result in physical or mental disability or are otherwise harmful to the individual.