4.2 Understanding the Role of Science in Health and Medicine

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  • Science plays a crucial role in both health and medicine
  • Order the following examples of science in medicine from prevention to diagnosis:
    1️⃣ Understanding benefits of hygiene
    2️⃣ Studying spread of infectious diseases
    3️⃣ Advancing medical imaging
  • What is one example of a scientific advancement that promotes wellness?
    Nutritional research
  • Science plays a crucial role in both health and medicine
  • Technology has improved the accuracy of medical treatments.

    True
  • Technological advancements in healthcare have enhanced accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility
  • Overall, science is essential for advancing our knowledge and capabilities to improve human health and well-being
  • Scientific advancements have significantly improved our ability to diagnose and treat illnesses
  • Match the technological area with its advancements:
    Diagnostics ↔️ MRI, CT scans, genetic testing
    Treatment ↔️ Robotic surgery, prosthetics
    Patient care ↔️ Electronic health records, telehealth
  • Science develops new cures for medical conditions.
    True
  • Science promotes preventative measures to maintain good health.
    True
  • Science helps prevent diseases by promoting healthy lifestyles
  • Science investigates the causes of diseases to develop treatments.

    True
  • Match the technological advancement with its area of application:
    Robotic surgery ↔️ Treatment
    Wearable health monitors ↔️ Diagnostics
    Mobile health apps ↔️ Patient care
  • Science develops new treatments and cures for medical conditions.

    True
  • Vaccines are a major scientific advancement used to prevent infectious diseases.

    True
  • Science promotes preventative measures to maintain good health.

    True
  • Technology in healthcare has made it more data-driven, connected, and patient-centric.

    True
  • What does science investigate in relation to diseases?
    Causes and risk factors
  • Match the scientific advancement with its purpose:
    Vaccines ↔️ Prevent infectious diseases
    Antibiotics ↔️ Treat bacterial infections
  • Antibiotics are used to treat viral infections.
    False
  • What is one example of science improving diagnostic abilities?
    Advancing medical imaging
  • Wearable health monitors are used in healthcare for diagnostics
  • Match the role of science with its example:
    Preventative measures for health ↔️ Understanding the benefits of nutrition
    Developing treatments for medicine ↔️ Discovering new surgical techniques
    Investigating disease risk factors ↔️ Studying the spread of infectious diseases
    Improving diagnostic abilities ↔️ Advancing medical imaging
  • Match the scientific advancement with its purpose:
    Antibiotics ↔️ Treat bacterial infections
    Organ transplants ↔️ Replace failed organs
    Wearable devices ↔️ Monitor health data
    Robotic surgery ↔️ Improve surgical precision
  • Technology in healthcare has improved our ability to diagnose, treat, and manage medical conditions
  • Ethical considerations in scientific advancements require ongoing dialogue between scientists, policymakers, and the public