City Health Departments Are Interested in Reducing the Number of Cases

question 48

Multiple Choice

City health departments are interested in reducing the number of cases of AIDS.Because AIDS can be transmitted through needle sharing, health departments are most probably concerned if they see an increase in the use of ____.

• A)barbiturates
• B)marijuana
• C)crack cocaine
• D)heroin

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Definitions:

Intervertebral Discs

The fibrocartilaginous pads situated between the vertebrae of the spine, providing cushioning and facilitating movement.

Fibrocartilage

A type of tough and inflexible cartilage that contains fibrous bundles of collagen, such as that found in the intervertebral disks and at the insertions of ligaments and tendons.

Atlas And Axis

The first two cervical vertebrae that support the skull and enable head movements such as nodding and rotation.

Pivoting

The action of rotating around a single point or axis, often used to describe movements in sports, dance, or mechanics.