Which of the following diseases is an example of non-communicable diseases?

Tripura CHO - 2021

Community Health Nursing (E5)

Easy

Appeared in: Tripura CHO - 2021

Explanation

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are chronic medical conditions that are non-infectious and non-transmissible among people.
Cancer, characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells, is a leading category of NCDs.
Diabetes Mellitus is a major metabolic NCD where the body's ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood.
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a primary NCD and a major risk factor for other cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke.
Since Cancer, Diabetes, and Hypertension are all classic examples of NCDs, the most comprehensive and correct choice is 'All of the above'.

Option A: This option is incomplete. While Cancer is a correct example of an NCD, Diabetes and Hypertension are also NCDs, making 'All of the above' a more comprehensive answer.
Option B: This option is incomplete. While Diabetes is a correct example of an NCD, Cancer and Hypertension are also NCDs, making 'All of the above' a more comprehensive answer.
Option C: This option is incomplete. While Hypertension is a correct example of an NCD, Cancer and Diabetes are also NCDs, making 'All of the above' a more comprehensive answer.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Identification and classification of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses play a pivotal role in the prevention and management of NCDs through patient education on lifestyle modifications, conducting screenings for early detection (e.g., blood pressure checks, blood sugar monitoring), and ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
The Government of India's National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases & Stroke (NPCDCS) heavily relies on frontline health workers, including nurses, for population-based screening and management.
What if? A patient is diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The nurse's role extends beyond medication administration to include a holistic assessment for other NCDs like hypertension and dyslipidemia, as these conditions often coexist due to shared risk factors.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the core concept of the question, which is 'non-communicable diseases'. Recall the definition: diseases that are chronic and not spread from person to person.
Systematically evaluate each of the given options (A, B, and C) against this definition.
Analyze Option A: Is Cancer a non-communicable disease? Yes.
Analyze Option B: Is Diabetes a non-communicable disease? Yes.
Analyze Option C: Is Hypertension a non-communicable disease? Yes.
Recognize that when multiple individual options are correct and an 'All of the above' option is provided, it is designed to be the most complete and accurate answer.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Identification and classification of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
Stem keywords: diseases, non-communicable diseases
Lead-in keywords: example of
Negative lead-in flag: false

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