Question 1

In terms of the biblical promise of "three score and 10" years (that is, 70 years), average human life expectancy in the United States:

Accepted Answer

The average human life expectancy in the United States surpassed 70 years during the latter portion of the 20th century, reflecting improvements in healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions.

Question 2

The second leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2014 was_________.

Accepted Answer

Cancer was the second leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2014, following diseases of the heart.

Question 3

The dying trajectory_________.

Accepted Answer

Degenerative diseases typically progress slowly, allowing for a more predictable dying trajectory, whereas communicable diseases can lead to rapid decline, resulting in a shorter dying trajectory.

Question 4

Leading causes of death in the United States around 1900 were_________.

Accepted Answer

In the early 1900s, communicable diseases such as tuberculosis, pneumonia, and influenza were the leading causes of death in the United States, largely due to less developed public health measures and medical treatments.

Question 5

The leading cancer cause of death for American females is:

Accepted Answer

Lung and bronchial cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among American females, surpassing breast cancer.

Question 6

HIV infection and AIDS:

Accepted Answer

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). HIV infection, if left untreated, can progress to AIDS, making the relationship between HIV and AIDS one of cause (HIV) to effect (AIDS).

Question 7

Most deaths in contemporary American society occur_________.

Accepted Answer

Most deaths in contemporary American society occur in some sort of health-care institution, such as hospitals or nursing homes, reflecting the medicalization of death and the reliance on professional health care at the end of life.

Question 8

The leading cancer cause of death for American males is:

Accepted Answer

Lung and bronchial cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among American males, surpassing other types of cancer in mortality rates.

Question 9

The earliest and most important factor associated with reduced death rates in the United States was_________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The earliest and most important factor associated...

Question 10

Diseases with patterns of gradually losing control over one's bodily functions and mental capacities are most likely to be_________.

Accepted Answer

Degenerative diseases are characterized by the gradual loss of function, both physically and mentally, over time, leading to a long dying trajectory.

Question 11

The leading cause of deaths in the U.S. in 2014 was_________.

Accepted Answer

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States for many years, including 2014, surpassing other causes such as cancer and accidents.

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of public health measures that helped reduce death rates in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Improvements in basic sanitation and disposal of sewage are public health measures that have significantly reduced death rates by preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

Question 13

In the world today, relatively few people in developed countries die of communicable diseases, with the exception of:

Accepted Answer

In developed countries, despite the overall decrease in mortality from communicable diseases, influenza and pneumonia, septicemia, and infections by HIV/AIDS remain significant causes of death. These diseases have continued to pose health challenges due to factors like viral mutations (in the case of influenza), challenges in healthcare systems, and the chronic nature of HIV/AIDS.

Question 14

You learn that a person with whom you have had unprotected sex during the past month has been diagnosed as infected with HIV. You immediately have yourself tested and the results are negative for HIV infection. This means:

Accepted Answer

The negative test result does not guarantee that you are not infected with HIV due to the window period—the time between potential exposure to HIV and the point when the test will give an accurate result. It's possible to be infected but test negative if the body has not yet produced enough antibodies for the test to detect. Further testing is recommended after an appropriate interval to confirm the initial results.

Question 15

A common factor found in persons with AIDS is:

Accepted Answer

Immune system dysfunction is a hallmark of AIDS, as the disease primarily affects the immune system, leading to its progressive failure.

Question 16

Projected average life expectancies for all individuals born in the United States in 2014:

Accepted Answer

In 2014, the average life expectancy for both white and black males in the United States reached a record high.

Question 17

In 2016, the CDC estimated that the number of persons newly infected or living with HIV disease in the United States was_________.

Accepted Answer

In 2016, the CDC estimated that approximately 1.2 million people in the United States were living with HIV, highlighting the significant public health challenge posed by this virus.

Question 18

Communicable diseases often produce symptoms like:

Accepted Answer

Communicable diseases, which are infectious diseases that can be transmitted from person to person, often produce acute symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, and fever. These symptoms are typically immediate and noticeable, helping to identify the presence of an infection.

Question 19

Which of the following has the greatest influence on encounters with death in our society today?

Accepted Answer

Diet and physical activity patterns have the greatest influence on encounters with death in our society today, as they are major factors in chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, which are leading causes of mortality.

Question 20

The three leading causes of death in the U.S. in 2014 were:

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three leading causes of death in...

Quiz 2: Changing Encounters With Death

In terms of the biblical promise of "three score and 10" years (that is, 70 years) , average human life expectancy in the United States: