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Practice Question

A community health nurse is calculating the top three causes of death in a county. Which of the following mortality measures should the nurse use to obtain this data?

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Correct Answer:

Proportionate mortality

Rationale:

♦ Proportionate mortality is the appropriate measure used to identify and rank leading causes of death within a population by comparing deaths from specific causes relative to total deaths.

♦ This measure provides clear insight into which diseases or conditions contribute most significantly to overall mortality in a community.

♦ Proportionate mortality helps guide public health priorities, allocation of resources, and targeted interventions based on the impact and prevalence of specific causes of death.

♦ It is useful in public health practice to highlight the greatest health threats and inform preventative strategies.

♦ By identifying the top causes clearly, healthcare providers and policymakers can implement targeted prevention and control measures effectively.

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  • Category: RN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: ATI COMMUNITY HEALTH
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