The in-between generation (individuals born between 1915 and ...

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The in-between generation (individuals born between 1915 and 1945) were subject to which of the following health challenges during their childhood? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Polio
  b. Lack of fluoride in the water causing teeth to be soft and cavity prone
  c. Pigeon Chest, a malformation of the rib cage due to a lack of vitamin D
  d. Smallpox
  e. HIV/AIDS

Question 2

One reason why many baby boomers have multiple chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis is that:
 
  a. they have less access to medication and other treatment regimens.
  b. there was a lack of importance placed on healthy living as they were growing up.
  c. they did not have access to immunizations against communicable disease when they were children.
  d. they grew up in an era of rampant poverty and malnutrition.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C
Polio was a major fear of this group; the polio vaccine was not available in the United States until 1955. In many areas water was not fluoridated. Pigeon Chest was common. Smallpox was a concern for the centenarians, not this generation. HIV/AIDS had not been identified in the early years of 1915-1945.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The baby boomers, individuals born between 1946 and 1964, post-WWII, have better access to medication and treatment regimens than other cohorts. They have had the benefit of the devel-opment of immunizations against communicable diseases. They grew up in an era of prosperity post-WWII. However, there was a lack of importance placed on what we now consider healthy living when they were younger. Smoking, for example, was not condoned, but was considered a symbol of status. Candy in the shape of cigarettes was popular, and there was much secondhand smoke.

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