A Large Amount of Data Related to Hypertension Rates Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

A large amount of data related to hypertension rates is collected in a community. The data is analyzed. The next step in the surveillance process would be:

• A) Collecting data from multiple valid sources
• B) Evaluating the impact on the surveillance system
• C) Interpreting the data and disseminating it to decision makers
• D) Asking political officials to finance a hypertension clinic

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Definitions:

Fovea

A tiny pit located in the macula of the retina that provides the clearest vision of all by having a high concentration of cones and no rods.

Color Vision

The ability of the visual system to distinguish objects based on the wavelengths of the light they reflect or emit.

Dark Adaptation

The method through which eyes enhance their ability to perceive dimly lit environments.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are sensitive to low levels of light and are primarily responsible for night vision.