Define and explain the differences between incidence and prevalence
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The incidence of a disease is the number of new cases of a disease in a population. Tracking incidences, patterns are revealed, as when influenza incidences increase in winter. Prevalence is the number of existing cases of a disease, which tells how significant the disease is in a certain population.
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This leads him to believe that testosterone has a direct effect on physical aggression in males. Wilhelm's belief is best described as a ________. a. thesis b. prognosis c. theory d. hypothesis
The configuration of a medication cart is based on the
A) construction of the cart B) cost of the cart C) number of residents D) drug distribution system
Which of the following is false?
A. The Sydney Olympics was also known as the Internet Olympics. B. Since 1984, cities that have hosted the Olympic Games have turned a profit. C. The IOC derives a great deal of money by selling television rights. D. During the Sydney Olympics, NBC broadcast live Olympic coverage to the USA and Mexico. E. Technology was used extensively in the Sydney Olympics by athletes and coaches.
All parts of a SOAP progress note should relate directly to the patient's:
a. problem. b. treatment plan. c. future lifestyle. d. diagnostic-related grouping.