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A woman living in a lesser-developed country is likely
 
  a. At risk for a Vitamin E deficiency
  b. To have several children
  c. At risk for death during pregnancy and childbirth
  d. Viewed as the leader of the family unit

Question 2

An example of a successful campaign against which of the following communicable diseases was carried out during the 1960s and 1970s?
 
  a. Tetanus
  b. Measles
  c. Pertussis
  d. Smallpox



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Most deaths to women worldwide are related to pregnancy and childbirth. Most of these deaths occur in lesser-developed countries. Common nutritional deficiencies in this population are zinc, iodine, vitamin A, folic acid, and calcium. One of the reasons this problem exists is because women are not seen as valued members of society.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Smallpox was virtually eliminated throughout the world as a result of immunization.



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