Do you think violence should be regarded as a chronic disease? Support your answer with information from the chapter

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Yes, it is appropriate to see violence as a chronic disease because it is a leading and persistent public health problem that contributes significantly to death and disability rates. It is prevalent in all levels of American society.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In SLE,

a. smaller joints are more affected than larger joints b. larger joints are more affected than smaller joints c. a swelling appears in the neck d. the patient has difficulty holding eyelids open

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A complete blood count (CBC) is a routine test that provides information about ________.

A. white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets B. what drugs are present in the patient's blood C. the glucose level in the blood D. the enzymes present in the blood

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Over 80% of men infected with gonorrhea develop symptoms within two to ten days

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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