The first phase of development of the health care system was characterized by:
a. The rise in technology
b. Epidemics of infectious disease, such as typhoid, influenza, and malaria
c. Physicians and nurses who attained their skills in scientifically-based programs
d. An expansion of hospital clinics and long-term care facilities
B
Phase one was concerned with epidemics and infectious disease control. Technology is characte-ristic of phase four, and physicians and nurses attained skills in scientifically based programs in phase two. Phase three included the expansion of hospital clinics and long-term care facilities.
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Which ethnic group has been shown that the health risks of obesity can occur at a BMI lower than 30? A) Asian Americans C) Hispanic Americans B) Black Americans D) Native Americans
The disaster is over and the team prepares to return to normal operations. Before disbandment of the team, it is essential to create a safe environment for the staff. The staff will participate in:
A) Critical incident stress debriefing B) Support group to foster recovery C) Information debriefing for prevention purposes D) Interrogation process to identify unsafe behaviors
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a) Gingko b) Echinacea c) Willow d) Kava