Research on Gender and Health Finds That

question 1

Multiple Choice

Research on gender and health finds that

• A) older women are more likely than older men to suffer from stress, hypertension and chronic illness.
• B) as women age, health status improves so they are less likely to contract disease.
• C) men and women now have about the same average life expectancy.
• D) throughout their life span men are more likely to be overweight than women.

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Definitions:

Preventive Care

Medical care and lifestyle practices that aim to prevent diseases, injuries, and other health problems before they occur.

Continuing Care

Ongoing healthcare over a period of time, especially for those with chronic conditions or long-term needs.

PDSA Cycle

Stands for Plan-Do-Study-Act, a methodical cycle used for continuous improvement of processes and products in various fields, including healthcare and education.

Quality Improvement

An ongoing process of identifying, evaluating, and implementing measures to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and safety of healthcare services and operations.