Which of the following statements best describes why the incidence and

Which of the following statements best describes why the incidence and prevalence of gonorrhea is unknown?

a. Gonorrhea is not a reportable condition.
b. Gonorrhea can vary in how long the infection remains in the body.
c. Gonorrhea can be cured with antibiotics, so people do not remain infected.
d. People are ashamed to admit they have gonorrhea.

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ANS: A
Morbidity rates (incidence and prevalence rates) are not available for many conditions because surveillance of many chronic diseases is not widely conducted. Furthermore, morbidity rates may be subject to underreporting when they are available. In other words, there is no responsibility to report cases of most diseases, including gonorrhea. Information is only available related to conditions where care providers are required to report that specific condition or where those affected die and mortality data are available.