Medical Procedures/Practices
What does DNR stand for in medicine?
Do Not Resuscitate
This type of fat, commonly found in fast food, is considered harmful for heart health.
Trans Fats
This form of cancer is the most common among women worldwide, with early detection improving outcomes significantly
Breast Cancer
Black and Hispanic Americans are significantly more likely to live in areas affected by this environmental issue that can lead to asthma
Air Pollution
This common learning disability affects reading and writing skills
Dyslexia
Advice from a second expert to make sure advice from the first expert is correct
Second Opinion
What is the leading cause of death among children and adolescent?
Car Accidents/Unintentional Harm
20% of women in the US will experience this mental health condition during their lifetime
Depression
Black and Hispanic Americans are significantly less likely than white Americans to be prescribed this class of medications due to stigma
Opioids/Pain Medications
Down Syndrome is caused by a genetic mutation on what chromosome number?
21
This chemical compound is commonly used to treat an allergic reaction
Epinephrine
What did the Affordable Care Act of 2010 do for Americans?
Expand health insurance coverage and reformed the health insurance market
This British nurse is known for her work during the Crimean War and for founding modern nursing
Florence Nightingale
This racial group is the least likely to seek mental health care, often due to stigmas and cultural barriers.
Asian Americans
This medical device can be surgically implanted to provide a sense of sound to deaf individuals.
cochlear implant
An epidural (a form of anesthesia) is a common medical procedure used during what medical process?
Childbirth
What percentage of Americans are uninsured?
7% +/- 2%
Women of lower socioeconomic status are more likely to suffer from this condition that can lead to cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Hypertension
This racial/minority group is the largest population in the US to be uninsured
Hispanic Americans
The ADA legislation was passed in 1990, what does ADA stand for?
Americans with Disabilities Act
What is the purpose of a Prior Authorization?
Ensures that a health care service or treatment is medically necessary for a patient prescribed by a health professional
By 2050, Antimicrobial resistance is predicted to be responsible for how many millions of deaths annually?
10 Million
Native American Women in the US face the highest rate of this type of violence, with nearly 50% experiencing it in their lifetime
Domestic Violence/Abuse
Asian Americans have the highest rates of this preventable liver disease, often caused by this viral infection which is commonly vaccinated for
Hepatitis B
People with developmental disabilities, especially those with Down Syndrome, are at an increased Rick for this progressive neurological disorder affecting memory
Alzheimer’s Disease