The international nurse is reviewing disability-adjusted life-years (DALY) statistics. Which category of health problem should the nurse identify as the reason for the majority of years lost to disability globally?
1. Renal disorders
2. Mental disorders
3. Respiratory illnesses
4. Cardiovascular disease
Correct Answer: 2
Worldwide, mental and behavioral disorders account for the most years of life lost to disability. In 2011, five mental health disorders (unipolar depression, anxiety disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia) accounted for the majority of years lost to disability (YLD) globally. Renal disorders and respiratory and cardiovascular diseases are not identified as causing the most years lost to disability globally.
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