Which of the Following Best Describes Why Health Professionals Would

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes why health professionals would be particularly concerned about the health needs of residents in rural areas?

• A) About 25% of all US residents live in rural settings.
• B) People in rural areas are especially susceptible to acute illnesses rather than chronic diseases.
• C) Diagnoses in rural areas are usually for physical injuries, not mental health concerns.
• D) A high prevalence of poverty exists among rural families.