Which Body System Would Be Most Affected by a Lower

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Essay

Which body system would be most affected by a lower than normal atmospheric pressure?

Recognize effective communication methods for non-English speaking populations in healthcare settings.

Analyze data for community health assessments.

Identify the roles and responsibilities of a community health nurse, including epidemiologist functions.

Understand the concept of vulnerable populations in the community health context.

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Definitions:

Indirect Contact

The transmission of pathogens or substances from one person to another through an intermediate object or person.

PID

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, an infection of the female reproductive organs.

Infertility

The inability to conceive a child after a year or more of regular sexual intercourse without using birth control.

HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that attacks the immune system, specifically CD4 cells, leading to a progressive failure of the immune system if not treated.