Foundations of Health Science Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the term 'cardiology' refer to in medical terminology?

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The study of the heart.

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What are the key principles of medical ethics?

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Autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice.

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Explain the concept of patient autonomy in healthcare ethics.

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The right of a patient to make their own decisions about their medical treatment.

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Explain the concept of herd immunity in public health.

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Herd immunity is the indirect protection from infectious diseases that occurs when a large percentage of a population has become immune to an infection, whether through previous infections or vaccination, thereby providing a measure of protection for individuals who are not immune.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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What is the role of biostatistics in public health?

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To provide statistical procedures and methods needed to address major health problems.

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Define 'public health'.

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The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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What is the purpose of vaccinations in public health?

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To prevent the spread of infectious diseases by building immunity in the population.

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What does 'non-maleficence' mean in medical ethics?

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The principle of not causing harm to patients.

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What is the significance of informed consent in healthcare?

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It ensures that patients are fully aware of and agree to the treatment they will receive.

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Define 'epidemiology'.

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The study of how diseases affect the health and illness of populations.