A trend in developing countries is a decrease in mortality corresponding with an increase in chronic diseases. What has contributed to this decrease in mortality?
A) Improved nutrition
B) Integration of alternative health practices
C) Stronger international security measures
D) Decrease in obesity
Ans: A
Feedback: In developing countries, chronic conditions have become the major cause of health-related problems due to improved nutrition, immunizations, and prompt and aggressive management of acute conditions. The integration of alternative health practices has not contributed to a decrease in mortality. Stronger international security measures have not contributed to a decrease in mortality. Obesity has not decreased, even in developing countries.
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