What is the primary difference between acute illness and chronic illness?
a. In acute illness, symptoms begin suddenly, progress quickly, and subside quickly.
b. In acute illness, symptoms begin suddenly, progress gradually, and do not subside.
c. In chronic illness, symptoms begin gradually, progress suddenly, and subside quickly.
d. In chronic illness, symptoms begin suddenly, require ongoing management, and subside quickly.
ANS: A
A
Acute illness is defined as severe symptoms that appear suddenly, progress steadily, and subside quickly.
B
Chronic illness symptoms progress gradually and generally do not subside.
C
Chronic illness symptoms progress gradually and generally do not subside.
D
Chronic illness symptoms begin gradually.
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