If a Large Statewide or Worldwide Epidemic Occurs,one of the Major

question 24

Multiple Choice

If a large statewide or worldwide epidemic occurs,one of the major difficulties is:

• A) Collecting and transporting specimens from people who live out of state or around the world
• B) Determining what organism is causing the outbreak
• C) Arranging to get all the people with the infections to come back to the main area of the outbreak for an extended period
• D) Making sure enough media and technologists are available to process the large amount of cultures associated with the outbreak investigation

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Definitions:

Intervention Programs

These are structured initiatives designed to prevent or address specific problems or needs within a population, through direct action or support.

Interventions

Interventions are strategic actions or processes aimed at altering conditions, behaviors, or situations to improve outcomes, typically used in contexts of health, education, or social policy.

Needs Assessment

A process used to identify the gap between the current condition and the desired condition, often in the context of organizational or community planning.

Evaluating Intervention

The systematic process of assessing the outcomes and effectiveness of interventions to determine their impact and utility.