Author Question: The differential vulnerability hypothesis refers to the: a. Resistance of certain groups to risk ... (Read 54 times)

Chloeellawright · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The differential vulnerability hypothesis refers to the:

a. Resistance of certain groups to risk factors
b. Increased susceptibility to cumulative risk factors among vulnerable groups
c. Variability in the effects of stressors according to socioeconomic status
d. Increased sensitivity of the very young and the very old to risk factors

Question 2

According to the CDC's Genomic competencies for the public health workforce, all public health workers should be able to (select all that apply):

a. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the role that genomics play in disorders.
b. Make appropriate referrals to those with more genomic experience.
c. Counsel individuals about their genetic susceptibility for particular disorders.
d. Recommend appropriate genetic screening tests for clients.

heinisk01 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
The differential vulnerability hypothesis refers to the possession of and/or an increased suscepti-bility to multiple cumulative risk factors in vulnerable groups.

Answer to Question 2

A, B
The CDC's Genomic competencies for the public health workforce apply to all public health professionals. All public health workers should demonstrate basic knowledge and be able to make appropriate referrals. The other statements would not be true of competencies of all public health workers.