19th Century Medical Advancements Quiz

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Which publication started to publish medical knowledge in the US and the world in 1812?

  • The Journal of Infectious Diseases
  • The Journal of Surgical Innovations
  • The New England Journal of Medicine and Surgery (correct)
  • The Journal of Medical Advancements

What was the state of understanding of infectious diseases in 1812?

  • Incomplete understanding
  • Extensive understanding
  • Limited understanding
  • No understanding (correct)

What were the health outcomes like for women and children in 1812?

  • Unknown
  • Comparable to men
  • Poor (correct)
  • Excellent

What was the state of surgery in 1812?

<p>Unsanitary and performed without anesthesia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was cancer largely unrecognized in 1812?

<p>Lack of medical knowledge (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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