Question 1

The first step in using the Strategic Prevention Framework entails:
A) forming a coalition of drug prevention and treatment programs.
B) identifying the segment of the population misusing drugs.
C) assessing drug misuse problems and their related behaviors.
D) conducting a focus group with people recovering from drug misuse.

Accepted Answer

The first step in the Strategic Prevention Framework is to assess the drug misuse problems and their related behaviors to understand the scope and nature of the issues before planning interventions.

Question 2

Implementation of a health communication program:
A) is preceded by a pilot test.
B) begins with a launch or kickoff event.
C) uses a vertical scale-up approach.
D) relies on partner distribution of materials and messages.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

When using the Strategic Prevention Framework, the aim is to:
A) focus on reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors.
B) identify barriers to addressing the health problem.
C) remove conditions supporting the unwanted circumstances.
D) provide alternatives to anti-social behaviors.

Accepted Answer

The Strategic Prevention Framework aims to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors to prevent negative outcomes.

Question 4

The Strategic Prevention Framework entails capacity building, which includes all the following except:
A) involving stakeholders with an interest or experience in addressing drug misuse issues.
B) creating a diverse planning committee.
C) preparing grants to fund the program.
D) fostering community awareness through all communication channels.

Accepted Answer

Preparing grants to fund the program is not typically considered a part of capacity building within the Strategic Prevention Framework. Capacity building focuses more on engaging stakeholders, creating committees, and raising awareness.

Question 5

In using the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health, the environmental health assessment is conducted by:
A) a subcommittee of the larger planning committee.
B) an environmental health assessment team.
C) a local university partner.
D) an environmental health consultant.

Accepted Answer

The Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health (PACE EH) involves conducting the environmental health assessment through an environmental health assessment team, which is typically composed of local stakeholders and experts.

Question 6

The Analyzing Framework is used in the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health to:
A) compute evaluation data.
B) draw conclusions about program effectiveness.
C) identify factors contributing to the environmental health issues.
D) assess the feasibility of implementing a program to address an environmental health problem.

Accepted Answer

The Analyzing Framework is designed to identify factors contributing to environmental health issues, which is a crucial step in understanding and addressing these problems effectively.

Question 7

In preparation for ranking the environmental health issues when using the protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health:
A) a profile is prepared for each issue.
B) focus groups are held to get community input.
C) the quantitative indicators are reviewed.
D) a list is compiled of evidence-based programs addressing the issue.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In preparation for ranking the environmental health...

Question 8

Prioritizing the highest ranked environmental health issues when using the protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health entails all the following except:
A) setting the criteria against which each health issue is assessed.
B) selecting a prioritization method.
C) determining the three issues of greatest priority.
D) identifying the level of community support for each issue.

Accepted Answer

Identifying the level of community support for each issue is not a step in the protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health.

Question 9

The first step of Making Health Communication Programs Work differs somewhat from other planning frameworks in that it includes:
A) conducting a needs assessment of communication channels.
B) assessing the role a communication program might make in addressing the problem.
C) collecting data on the communication infrastructure of the community.
D) evaluating the success of previous communication programs in addressing the health problem.

Accepted Answer

The first step in Making Health Communication Programs Work involves assessing the role a communication program might play in addressing the health problem, which is distinct from other frameworks that may start with needs assessments or data collection.

Question 10

When using the Making Health Communication Programs Work framework, the intended audience is identified through segmenting, which involves:
A) conducting a survey of the population segment affected by the health problem.
B) reviewing data to determine the population segment most affected by the health problem.
C) separating the population into segments based on factors related to the health problem.
D) dividing the population into specific communication channel segments.

Accepted Answer

Segmenting involves dividing the population into segments based on factors related to the health problem to identify the intended audience effectively.

Question 11

The key to a successful health communication program lies in:
A) segmenting the intended audience.
B) identifying the appropriate communication channel.
C) developing effective messages and materials.
D) establishing community partnerships.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The key to a successful health communication...

Question 12

When creating materials and messages for a health communication program, they are assessed for all the following except:
A) accuracy.
B) clarity.
C) appeal.
D) cost.

Accepted Answer

Cost is not typically a factor in assessing the content of health communication materials and messages; instead, accuracy, clarity, and appeal are evaluated to ensure effective communication.

Question 13

SMART objectives for a program developed following the Making Health Communication Programs Work framework include the expected outcomes and suggest the program's message.

Accepted Answer

SMART objectives are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, and they help define expected outcomes and guide the development of program messages.

Question 14

The number of emergency room visits for chronic respiratory ailments is an example of a quantitative indicator in the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health for measuring air pollution.

Accepted Answer

The number of emergency room visits for chronic respiratory ailments is a measurable, numerical value, making it a quantitative indicator used to assess the impact of air pollution on community health.

Question 15

The four stages of the planning framework Making Health Communication Programs Work are intended to be prescriptive and followed precisely to produce an effective program.

Accepted Answer

The four stages are intended to be flexible guidelines that can be adapted to fit the specific needs and context of a health communication program.

Quiz 12: Frameworks for Specific Issues and Methods

The first step in using the Strategic Prevention Framework entails:

Implementation of a health communication program:

When using the Strategic Prevention Framework, the aim is to:

The Strategic Prevention Framework entails capacity building, which includes all the following except:

In using the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health, the environmental health assessment is conducted by:

The Analyzing Framework is used in the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health to:

In preparation for ranking the environmental health issues when using the protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health:

Prioritizing the highest ranked environmental health issues when using the protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health entails all the following except:

The first step of Making Health Communication Programs Work differs somewhat from other planning frameworks in that it includes:

When using the Making Health Communication Programs Work framework, the intended audience is identified through segmenting, which involves:

The key to a successful health communication program lies in:

When creating materials and messages for a health communication program, they are assessed for all the following except:

SMART objectives for a program developed following the Making Health Communication Programs Work framework include the expected outcomes and suggest the program's message.

The number of emergency room visits for chronic respiratory ailments is an example of a quantitative indicator in the Protocol for Assessing Community Excellence in Environmental Health for measuring air pollution.

The four stages of the planning framework Making Health Communication Programs Work are intended to be prescriptive and followed precisely to produce an effective program.