Author Question: Which factors may lead to health disparities among vulnerable populations? Select all that apply. ... (Read 135 times)

Diane · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Which factors may lead to health disparities among vulnerable populations?

Select all that apply.
1. Race.
2. Geography.
3. Disability status.
4. Age.
5. Marital status.

Question 2

Which is a goal of Healthy People 2020 for vulnerable populations?

1. To provide insurance for all citizens.
2. To improve quality of care.
3. To ensure all clients have a primary care provider.
4. To eliminate co-payments for services.

Chelseyj.hasty · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in partnership with other organizations, continues to identify and address the different factors that may lead to health disparities among racial, ethnic, geographic, socioeconomic, and other groups. It assesses vulnerable populations as defined by race, geography, disability status, and age. Vulnerable populations are not defined by marital status.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

The goal of Healthy People 2020 is to eliminate health disparities by improving access, quality, and care among identified vulnerable populations. While having insurance and a primary care provider may decrease health disparities, these are not specific goals for Healthy People 2020; neither is the elimination of co-payments for services.