John Is Looking at the Findings and Notices That the Study

question 26

Multiple Choice

John is looking at the findings and notices that the study cites the incidence and prevalence of infection in an Emergency Department. The nurse demonstrates his knowledge of this terminology when he states to his peer:

• A) incidence describes the percentage of new cases, and prevalence looks at the proportion of people who have it in the population.
• B) prevalence describes the proportion of people who have new cases of infection, and incidence looks at the proportion of people who have it in the general population.
• C) incidence and prevalence of infection mean that the infection is worsening in the population.
• D) incidence and prevalence of infection mean the same thing.

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Definitions:

Long-term Living

Refers to accommodations or arrangements made for individuals to reside in a place for an extended period, often related to elderly care or chronic condition management.

Home Health

Medical care or supportive care provided by healthcare professionals in the patient's home to enhance or maintain health status.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Exacerbation

A worsening or increase in the severity of symptoms or the disease, often seen in chronic conditions such as asthma or COPD.