What Statement Accurately Describes the Characteristics of Epidemiology

Multiple Choice

What statement accurately describes the characteristics of epidemiology?

A) It is a science that studies the poisonous effects of chemicals.
B) It explains the association between learning disabilities and exposure to lead-based paint at the cellular level.
C) It helps nurses understand the strength of the association between exposure and health effects.
D) It is a method for tracking the prevalence of health outcomes.