The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Mandates That Some

question 67

Multiple Choice

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mandates that some diseases must be reported, while it is not necessary for others.This is so that

• A)statistics may be gathered for certain diseases.
• B)the incidence and prevalence for diseases of public health importance can be tracked.
• C)disease trends and areas of outbreak can be monitored for certain diseases.
• D)high-risk epidemics can be identified and dealt with as quickly as possible.
• E)All of the above answers validate why it is important to report certain diseases to the CDC.

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Definitions:

Sustained Remission

A term referring to the period during which an individual maintains recovery from substance use disorders, showing no symptoms of the disorder over an extended time.

Time Frame

A period during which a sequence of events or an action takes place or is completed.

Co-occurring Psychiatric Disorder(s)

The presence of two or more psychiatric disorders in an individual at the same time, often requiring integrated treatment.

Secondary Substance Abuse Model

A theory suggesting that substance abuse may develop due to the influence of external factors such as environmental stressors, rather than primary addiction alone.