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Epidemiology NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
True statements about osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ~50% over 75 have OA; A (slightly higher), B (varies), D (true but not sole) false.
Question 2 of 5
Based on studies of persons who have been poisoned by chronic exposure, methyl mercury has biologic properties that include an ability to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neurotoxicity (e.g., Minamata disease) is key.
Question 3 of 5
True statements about the relationship between mental retardation and ingestion of lead in the U.S. include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diagnosis is challenging; A (varies), B (partly reversible), D (early risk) false.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following mental disorders has its highest incidence in the geriatric population?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Involutional depression peaks in elderly.
Question 5 of 5
In the definition of epidemiology, 'determinants' generally includes: (Choose one wrong answer)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Determinants include agents (e.g., bacteria), causes (e.g., exposure), and risk factors (e.g., smoking). Control measures are interventions, not determinants.