​Research from Outside Your Textbook Finds the U

question 46

Multiple Choice

​Research from outside your textbook finds the U.S. behind many other developed nations in achieving positive health care outcomes. How does this best relate to research cited in your textbook about current U.S. health care expenditures?

• A) ​U.S. health care spending is comparable to U.S. positive health care outcomes.
• B) ​U.S. health care spending far outweighs the U.S. positive health care outcomes.
• C) U.S. health care spending is even lower than U.S. positive health care outcomes.
• D) ​U.S. health care spending, as it rises, lowers U.S. positive health care outcomes.

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Definitions:

Tay-Sachs Disease

A rare, inherited disorder that destroys nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, progressively impairing motor and cognitive function.

Cerebrospinal Fluid Analysis

A diagnostic test examining the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord to detect disorders of the central nervous system.

Spinal Fluid

A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spine, acting as a cushion and nutrient provider for the central nervous system.

Lumbar Puncture

A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle into the lower back to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic purposes.