Deck 2: Becoming a Health Education Professional

Question 1

Which of the following concepts is important for a health education specialist to be effective addressing issues of diversity?

A) Cultural awareness
B) Cultural sensitivity
C) Cultural competence
D) Multiculturalism
E) All of the above

Answer 1

E

Question 2

_________________ is a concept used to explain that individuals are not simply defined by one part of their culture (e.g., race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity).

A) Intersectionality
B) Cultural multitude
C) Ethnic orientation
D) Multiculturalism
E) None of the above

Answer 2

A

Question 3

______________ is the knowledge that cultural differences exist. It is the ability to apply the understanding that stems from that knowledge in different settings and situations to ensure or facilitate a useful interaction for all parties concerned.

A) Cultural competence
B) Cultural intelligence
C) Cultural sensitivity
D) Cultural humility
E) Cultural awareness

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The term _______________ has been developed to refer to "the process of gaining an enhanced knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of the methods of constructive interactions among people of differing cultural backgrounds."

A) Pluralism
B) Multicultural education
C) Political correctness
D) Cultural humility
E) None of the above

Question 5

To avoid barriers to multiculturalism, professional research should adhere to which of the following guidelines?

A) Demographic information must be collected on all priority populations
B) Peer education must be utilized
C) Evaluation components should address both process as well as impact indicators
D) All of the above
E) None of the above

Question 6

At the institutional level, health education agencies can avoid barriers to cultural competence by doing all of the following except:

A) Being aware and accepting of cultural differences and similarities
B) Having the ability for cultural self-assessment
C) Having the required awareness, understanding, and knowledge of focus populations
D) Developing skills that facilitate diversity
E) Making sure to avoid recognizing any cultural holidays to ensure everyone feels equal

Question 7

Which of the following would not be included in the guidelines for inclusiveness?

A) Sharing group members personal experiences with other staff members
B) Being sensitive to different personal experiences of group members
C) Being sensitive to different levels of expertise among the group
D) Avoiding assumptions about the cultural or ethnic backgrounds of other group members
E) Allowing privacy (i.e., the right to pass in any discussion or activity)

Question 8

__________ is a collective that requires time and effort to explore and is constantly dynamic and adapting to the environment in which it exists.

A) Diversity
B) Culture
C) Minority
D) Social justice
E) Disparity

Question 9

An understanding of concepts such as cultural awareness, cultural sensitivity, cultural competence, and multiculturalism has become necessary for a health education specialist to be effective.

Question 10

It has been projected that by the year 2044, more than 50% of Americans will belong to a racial/ethnic group other than non-Hispanic white.

Question 11

If you have adequate research it is unnecessary to include input from the priority population regarding community health assessment and improvement, program planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Question 12

Health education specialists can no longer think in a nonpolitical manner to be effective-public health is truly a profession of social, economic, and political equality.

Question 13

LGBTQ youth from the 7th to the 12th grade are more than twice as likely to attempt suicide as their heterosexual peers.

Question 14

It may also be necessary to use focus group discussions to determine what materials and methods are appropriate and acceptable for the population at hand.

Question 15

Health educators should avoid and refer all potential clients that cause internal struggle.

Question 16

Typically the least significant barrier to attaining cultural competence at the personal level is a lack of awareness.

Question 17

Colleges and universities training future health education specialists do not need to incorporate skill building and training in areas of community organization and empowerment, advocacy, volunteerism, and diversity in order to prepare students for the realities of changing demographics and the various social determinants of health.

Question 18

It is always better for a program to work with the opposition than to exclude them.

Question 19

Identify social determinants of health and how circumstances are shaped by those factors. Provide an example of how they should be central to all program and policy planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Question 20

What are some things that a health education specialist needs to become a multiculturally competent professional?