Epidemiology

question 5

Multiple Choice

Epidemiology:

• A) is a science that studies the poisonous effects of chemicals.
• B) explains the association between learning disabilities and exposure to lead-based paint at the cellular level.
• C) helps nurses understand the strength of the association between exposure and health effects.
• D) is a method for tracking the prevalence of health outcomes.

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Definitions:

Sexual Partners

Individuals with whom one has a sexual relationship or sexual contacts.

STIs

Sexually Transmitted Infections; diseases that are primarily spread through sexual contact.

Unwanted Pregnancy

A pregnancy that occurs when it is not desired by one or both of the potential parents.

Sexual Assessment

The process of evaluating an individual's sexual health, behavior, function, and concerns, often completed by healthcare providers to address and manage sexual issues.