Asked by Juanita Bailey on Apr 23, 2024
Which of the following can health care providers expect in the future as a result of the population trends occurring in the United States?
A) There will be an increase in patients who are 65 years of age and older.
B) There will be an increase in patients who are between 15 and 25 years of age and older.
C) There will be an increase in patients who are English speaking.
D) There will be a decrease in patients who are from a lower socioeconomic status.
E) There will be a decrease in Spanish-speaking adults.
Socioeconomic Status
A measure of an individual's or family's economic and social position based on income, education, and occupation, often used in studies related to health and education outcomes.
Spanish-speaking
Relating to or denoting people or communities that communicate in Spanish as their primary language.
Population Trends
General patterns or movements in population growth, distribution, age composition, or other demographic factors over time.
- Anticipate demographic changes and their impact on healthcare needs.
Learning Objectives
- Anticipate demographic changes and their impact on healthcare needs.
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