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