Question 1

The U.S. population healthier compared to populations in other high-income countries

Accepted Answer

The U.S. population generally has poorer health outcomes compared to other high-income countries, with higher rates of chronic diseases and lower life expectancy.

Question 2

Because resources are finite, achieving the correct balance between preventing disease and disability and caring for those with diseases is difficult.

Accepted Answer

Balancing prevention and care is challenging due to limited resources, requiring careful allocation to effectively manage both aspects.

Question 3

Everybody agrees with public health advocacy positions.

Accepted Answer

Not everyone agrees with public health advocacy positions due to differing personal beliefs, political views, and cultural values.

Question 4

A quasi-governmental health agency receives funding from both public and private sources.

Accepted Answer

A quasi-governmental health agency typically operates with a mix of public and private funding, allowing it to function with some level of independence while still serving public interests.

Question 5

Why are sound bites a useful tool in public health advocacy?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," is the process of drilling down into the earth followed by injection of fracking fluid under high pressure. This creates cracks in deep rocks to allow natural gas to flow out. What are some of the problems associated with fracking?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," is the process...

Question 7

Name one infectious disease that the World Health Organization has helped to control or eradicate.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administers several programs. Match each program with its description.
-Medicare

Accepted Answer

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance to individuals over 65 and certain younger people with disabilities or specific diseases.

Question 9

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administers several programs. Match each program with its description.
-Medicaid

Accepted Answer

Medicaid is a program that provides health insurance to individuals with low income and resources, regardless of age.

Question 10

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administers several programs. Match each program with its description.
-State Children's Health Insurance Program

Accepted Answer

The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) provides matching funds to states to provide health insurance to families with children.

Quiz 16: From Information to Action