Asked by Frantaisa Springs on May 22, 2024
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A summary measure of premature mortality (early death) that represents the total number of years not lived by a person who die before reaching a given age, is an example of which one of the four cross-cutting measures in the Healthy People database?
A) General Health Status
B) Health-Related Quality of Like and Well-Being
C) Determinants of Health
D) Disparities
Premature Mortality
Deaths that occur before the average age of death in a certain population, often used as an indicator of healthcare quality.
Healthy People Database
A comprehensive set of health objectives and measures that aim to improve the health of all Americans.
Cross-Cutting Measures
Strategies or indicators used in research that are applicable across different domains or disciplines, often to ensure comprehensive assessment.
- Analyze data and measures related to health literacy and disparities to identify areas needing improvement.
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Jolanta GraczMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
This measure is an example of General Health Status, as it directly quantifies the impact of premature mortality on a population's overall health by calculating the total years of potential life lost before a specific age, reflecting the general health status of a community or population.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze data and measures related to health literacy and disparities to identify areas needing improvement.