Surveillance Data Are Analyzed and Interpretations Are Used to Develop

question 5

Multiple Choice

Surveillance data are analyzed and interpretations are used to develop policies. Surveillance can occur within local organizations (e.g., infection control systems in hospitals) . The purpose of this surveillance is to:

• A) Protect the public against isolated patients
• B) Rid the hospital of pathogens
• C) Improve quality of care and outcomes
• D) Remove pseudomonas bacterium from a facility

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Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graphical representation of the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that suppliers are willing and able to sell.

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices.

Externality Problem

A situation where the actions of individuals or firms result in costs or benefits to others that are not reflected in the market prices.

Subsidy

A financial contribution provided by government to reduce the cost of producing goods or services and support businesses or consumers.