Chapter 1 - Practice Test

What were illness and disease believed to be caused by in ancient times?

• Evil spirits and demons

• Bacteria and viruses

• Poor hygiene

• Genetic disorders

In ancient Rome, what infrastructure was implemented for waste management and clean water?

• Sewers and aqueducts (waterways)

• Bridges and tunnels

• Roads and highways

• Dams and reservoirs

During the Dark Ages and Middle Ages, the average life span was reduced to what range due to diseases?

• 10 to 20 years

• 20 to 35 years

• 30 to 45 years

• 40 to 55 years

What was invented in the 19th century that contributed to medical science?

• X-ray machine

• Stethoscope

• MRI scanner

• Ultrasound

What was the average life span during the 19th century?

• 30 to 50 years

• 40 to 65 years

• 50 to 70 years

• 60 to 80 years

What significant medical procedure was first performed in the 1950s?

• Brain surgery

• Open-heart surgery

• Kidney transplant

What technological advancement was integrated into every aspect of health care in the 20th century?

• Computer technology

• Genetic engineering

• Nanotechnology

• Robotics

The significance of embryonic stem cell and cloned cell research in the 21st century is:

• Advancement in regenerative medicine and therapeutic cloning

• Increased agricultural productivity

• Development of artificial intelligence

• Enhancement of renewable energy sources

What are the implications of new viruses that can mutate and cause pandemics?

• They can lead to global health crises.

• They have no significant impact.

• They only affect animals.

• They are easily controlled.

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• value-based compensation

• fixed-rate compensation

• hourly compensation

• performance-based compensation