An expected action by the Department of Homeland Security would be
a. Prevention and protection against terrorist attacks
b. Regulation of licensure of medical personnel
c. Inspection of the safety of food and cosmetics
d. Regulation of managed care organizations
ANS: A
This agency was created after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, to prevent and deter terrorist attacks and to protect against and respond to threats and hazards to the nation.
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1. Radiating 2. Intractable 3. Referred 4. Chronic
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