Question 1

Jordan has a PhD in psychology and earns a comfortable living as a therapist. Her education can lead to improved health for her family because ______.

Accepted Answer

Her education and income level allow her to afford and prioritize healthier food options for her family, contributing to their overall health.

Question 2

The media frequently reports on new diet plans and nutritional information. What helps people turn this information into better health choices?

Accepted Answer

Education enables individuals to understand and apply nutritional information, making informed health choices.

Question 3

Kamal recently finished his master's degree, and is newly confident that he can achieve his goals, including getting in better shape through diet and exercise. Kamal's education increased his sense of ______, meaning he can change his situation.

Accepted Answer

Efficacy refers to one's belief in their ability to achieve goals or effect change, which aligns with Kamal's newfound confidence in his ability to improve his situation through diet and exercise after completing his master's degree.

Question 4

People with higher educational attainment tend to use ______ measures more often to improve health.

Accepted Answer

People with higher educational attainment are more likely to use preventative measures to improve health, as they often have better access to health information and resources that emphasize the importance of prevention.

Question 5

What are two ways racism and discrimination affect the health of victims?

Accepted Answer

Racism and discrimination can lead to less access to healthcare and poorer treatment for victims, impacting their overall health outcomes.

Question 6

What has caused a recent reduction in health disparities between white and non-white groups in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The reduction in health disparities has been attributed to a decline in health among whites, rather than improvements in health among non-white groups. This includes issues such as increased rates of opioid addiction and suicide among white populations.

Question 7

The average life expectancy for white people in the U.S. has declined recently. This reduction is partially due to ______.

Accepted Answer

The opioid crisis has significantly impacted the average life expectancy for white people in the U.S., contributing to its recent decline.

Question 8

What is one challenge analyzing data about group health statistics?

Accepted Answer

Lumping smaller groups together, such as Asians and Pacific Islanders, can obscure significant differences in health outcomes or risks within these groups, leading to less accurate or useful analysis.

Question 9

Although women live longer than men on average, what is one downside?

Accepted Answer

Women tend to report poorer health compared to men, which is a downside despite their longer average lifespan. This could be due to a variety of factors, including chronic conditions and disabilities that affect quality of life.

Question 10

What is the typical relationship between wealth and weight?

Accepted Answer

Rich people often have more resources to spend on health and fitness, including gym memberships and higher-quality, nutritious foods, which can contribute to better weight management.

Question 11

Why is fast food part of the obesity problem for poor people in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Fast food is often cheaper and more accessible than healthier food options, making it a more appealing choice for individuals with limited financial resources. Additionally, fast food tends to be higher in calories, fats, and sugars, which can contribute to obesity.

Question 12

A major difference in health care systems between the U.S. and Great Britain is ______.

Accepted Answer

The major difference between the health care systems of the U.S. and Great Britain is the extent to which they are government funded. The U.S. has a mixed system with significant private sector involvement, while Great Britain's National Health Service (NHS) is predominantly funded and run by the government.

Question 13

The Affordable Care Act established shared responsibility for ______ between employers, government and individuals.

Accepted Answer

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) established shared responsibility for quality health insurance among employers, government, and individuals, aiming to increase access to affordable health insurance coverage.

Question 14

The health care system in the United States is best described as ______.

Accepted Answer

The U.S. health care system is characterized by a lack of a single, unified system, involving multiple payers and providers, which makes it fragmented.

Question 15

The majority of people in the United States receive health insurance from ______.

Accepted Answer

The majority of people in the United States receive health insurance through private insurers, often provided by employers.

Question 16

The Yellow Fever program in Argentina provides free vaccinations to its citizens and to any travelers entering the country. This is an example of ______.

Accepted Answer

The Yellow Fever program in Argentina, which offers free vaccinations to citizens and travelers, is an example of a health care policy. This policy is designed to prevent the spread of Yellow Fever, a potentially deadly disease, thereby protecting public health.

Question 17

Supervised injection facilities where individuals can consume illegal drugs in a safe and supervised environment is the answer in some countries to what social
Issue?

Accepted Answer

Supervised injection facilities are primarily aimed at reducing opioid overdose deaths by providing a safe environment where individuals can use drugs under medical supervision, thus directly addressing the issue of overdose fatalities.

Question 18

Because of ethical and reliability concerns, what method did researchers use to determine the efficacy of SIF (supervised injection facility) sites in communities where they were used?

Accepted Answer

Secondary data comparison is the method used to determine the efficacy of SIF sites due to ethical and reliability concerns associated with directly experimenting on or interviewing drug users. This approach involves analyzing existing data from various sources to assess outcomes.

Question 19

Marissa, who is deaf, was recruited for the swim team for a Big Ten university. Her new coach is learning basic sign language in order to better communicate with Marissa and help ease her transition onto the team. This focus on Marissa and her abilities is a demonstration of ______.

Accepted Answer

The coach learning sign language to communicate with Marissa and focusing on her abilities rather than her disability exemplifies a people-first philosophy, which emphasizes the individual first and the disability second. This approach promotes inclusion and respect for the person's abilities and contributions.

Question 20

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 provides ______ protections for those with disabilities in areas such as employment, public housing, and transportation.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public, providing legal protections.

Quiz 11: Health