In the Early 1900s,a Person Was Most Likely to Die

question 78

Multiple Choice

In the early 1900s,a person was most likely to die from __________; in 2000s,a person was most likely to die from __________.

• A)influenza; cancer
• B)heart disease; drug overdose
• C)cancer; tuberculosis
• D)old age; childbirth

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Definitions:

Colic

Intense, unpredictable abdominal pain or cramping often seen in infants, thought to be linked to gastrointestinal discomfort.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

The unexplained death, usually during sleep, of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old, often related to sleep environment factors.

Emergency Department

A specialized unit in a hospital providing immediate treatment to patients with acute illnesses or injuries.

Iron Supplement

A dietary supplement used to increase the level of iron in the body, typically used to treat or prevent iron-deficiency anemia.