Epidemiology UPDATED Test Questions And CORRECT Answers
EpidemiologyIt is the study of the distribution and determinants of health related states or events in specific populations and the application of this study to control health problems. Two assumptions inherent in epi studies1. Diseases are NOT randomly distributed in populations. 2. Diseases have specific causes that can be identified, prevented, and treated. Functions of Epidemiology- To discover the agent, host, and environmental factors which affect health, in order to provide the scientific basis for the prevention of disease and injury and the promotion of health. - To determine the relative importance of causes of illness, disability, and death, in order to establish priorities for research and action. - To identify those sections of the population which have the greatest risk from specific causes of ill health, in order that the indicated action may be directed appropriately. - To evaluate the effectiveness of health programs and services in improving the health of the population.
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