Deck 25: Health Services for Special Populations

Question 1

Which of the following is true for a 40-year-old man who rarely exercises and eats few fruits and vegetables?

A) These lifestyle habits increase his susceptibility to HIV/AIDS.
B) The effects of his lifestyle can be offset by medical interventions.
C) He is at increased risk for chronic disease.
D) He would likely be denied health insurance.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a significant difference that exists across various racial/ethnic groups on health-related lifestyles and health status?

A) African American women who are 40 years of age and older are more likely to
Have yearly mammograms than the Asian female population.
B) Low birth weights were highest among African Americans in 2014.
C) Asian women had a higher percentage of cervical cancer in 2014 than Hispanic
And White females.
D) Hispanic females are more likely to have had multiple pregnancies by age 25.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Which of the following is the leading cause of death for children and adolescents?

A) Asthma
B) Depression
C) Unintentional injuries
D) Lack of immunizations

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Women in the United States live longer than men but suffer greater morbidity and poorer health outcomes.

Question 5

Compare and contrast female Asian and Pacific Islanders to White females in regards to pregnancy.

Question 6

How can the framework of vulnerability be used to study vulnerable populations in the United States?

Question 7

What are the racial/ethnic minority categories in the United States?

Question 8

What health challenges do white Americans face, compared with those faced by minorities?

Question 9

Who are the AA/PIs?

Question 10

What is the Indian Health Service?

Question 11

What are the health concerns of children?

Question 12

Which childhood characteristics have important implications for health system design?

Question 13

Which health services are currently available for children?

Question 14

What are the health concerns of women?

Question 15

What are the roles of the Office on Women's Health?

Question 16

What are the challenges faced in rural health?

Question 17

Which measures have been taken to improve access to care in rural areas of the United States?

Question 18

What are the characteristics and health concerns of the homeless population?

Question 19

How are mental health services provided in the United States?

Question 20

Who are the major mental health professionals?

Question 21

How does AIDS affect different ­population groups in the United States?

Question 22

Which services and policies currently combat AIDS in the United States?

Question 23

What is the impact of the ACA on vulnerable populations?