Which of the Following Statements About Public Health Is Accurate

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about public health is accurate?

• A) Prevention of early deaths can be more effectively accomplished by medical treatment than by public health approaches.
• B) Expenditures and resources for public health have increased in recent years.
• C) Historically, gains in the health of populations have been related largely to changes in safety, sanitation, and personal behavior.
• D) Reform of the medical insurance system is the single change needed to improve the health of Americans.

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Definitions:

Psychological Symptom

An indicator or manifestation of a psychological disorder or distress, observed as changes in mood, behavior, or thought processes.

Anxiety Disorders

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

A psychological condition resulting from exposure to or being a direct witness to a horrifying incident, leading to recurring flashbacks, nightmares, and intense anxiety.

Rapid Heart Rate

A condition where the heart beats significantly faster than normal, which can be a response to stress, exercise, or medical conditions.