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segrsyd

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Which is a socioeconomic detriment to health that is often experienced by immigrants?
 
  1. Fear of deportation.
  2. Language difficulties.
  3. HIV infection.
  4. Mental illness.

Question 2

When preparing a lecture regarding social detriments, which topic will the educator include in the presentation?
 
  1. Place of employment.
  2. Visual problems.
  3. Hearing problems.
  4. Communication issues.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1

Many immigrants who are in the country illegally fear deportation if they seek medical care for themselves or their children. This is considered a socioeconomic detriment to health. Language difficulties, HIV infection, and mental illness are not known socioeconomic detriments to health for immigrants.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

The social detriments of a vulnerable population include where the person lives, where the person works, and whether there is access to healthcare services. Visual problems, hearing problems, and communications issues are all linked to disabilities, which are considered physical detriments.





 

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