Question 1

Knowing the primary problem of a community is the first step in determining nutritional needs.

Accepted Answer

Understanding the primary problem of a community helps identify specific nutritional deficiencies or issues, allowing for targeted interventions and solutions.

Question 2

Stakeholders are a narrow set of people concerned with a community program.

Accepted Answer

Stakeholders are a broad group of individuals or organizations with an interest or concern in a community program, including those who are directly or indirectly affected by its outcomes.

Question 3

A target population is one that has been identified as most at risk for a specific problem.

Accepted Answer

A target population is a specific group of people identified as being at risk or in need of particular services or interventions related to a specific problem.

Question 4

The government need not contact community leaders to get data.

Accepted Answer

Government agencies often collaborate with community leaders to gather accurate and comprehensive data, as these leaders have insights and access to local information that may not be readily available through other means.

Question 5

Laboratory assessment includes biochemical assessments.

Accepted Answer

Biochemical assessments are a part of laboratory assessments, which involve analyzing biological samples to evaluate the chemical processes and substances within the body.

Question 6

Anthropometric assessments include laboratory data.

Accepted Answer

Anthropometric assessments involve measuring physical dimensions and body composition, such as height, weight, and body mass index, not laboratory data.

Question 7

Focus groups should contain homogenous members.

Accepted Answer

Focus groups are typically composed of homogenous members to ensure that participants feel comfortable sharing their opinions and experiences, which can lead to more in-depth and relevant discussions.

Question 8

In data collection, the likelihood of bias is minimal.

Accepted Answer

Bias is a common issue in data collection due to factors like sampling methods, survey design, and respondent behavior, which can all influence the data collected.

Question 9

Key informants are interviewed.

Accepted Answer

Key informants are often interviewed to gather in-depth information and insights from individuals with specialized knowledge or expertise on a particular subject or community.

Question 10

Socioeconomic indicators should not be a part of a nutrition assessment.

Accepted Answer

Socioeconomic indicators are important in a nutrition assessment as they can influence dietary habits, access to food, and overall nutritional status.

Question 11

Which of the following people/groups could be stakeholders in the needs assessment process?

Accepted Answer

All the listed groups can be stakeholders in the needs assessment process as they all have an interest or role in the outcomes of the assessment.

Question 12

Which of the following would provide the information to convince a public health commissioner to provide the resources to develop and conduct a needs assessment?

Accepted Answer

Describing the nutritional problem of concern would highlight the specific issue that needs addressing, thereby justifying the need for a needs assessment to allocate resources effectively.

Question 13

One of your needs assessment objectives is to identify barriers to breast-feeding initiation among low-income first time mothers. Which ONE of the following is NOT a good choice for a method of gathering this information?

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of your needs assessment objectives is...

Question 14

If you are planning on using a survey to collect data on your target population, what should be your first step (once you've reviewed the assessment objectives of your needs assessment)?

Accepted Answer

Examining the literature and government websites for existing surveys on your topic helps you understand what has already been done, identify gaps, and potentially use or adapt existing validated questions, saving time and ensuring reliability.

Question 15

Which ONE of the following is used in focus groups but not key informant interviews?

Accepted Answer

Focus groups involve collecting data from a group of people, whereas key informant interviews are conducted with individuals.

Question 16

Knowing the primary problem of a community is the _____ step in determining nutritional needs.

Accepted Answer

Identifying the primary problem is the first step in assessing and addressing the nutritional needs of a community.

Question 17

_________ are a set of people concerned with a community program.

Accepted Answer

Stakeholders are individuals or groups who have an interest or concern in a community program, as they are affected by or can affect the program's outcomes.

Question 18

A _________ population is one that has been identified as most at risk for a specific problem.

Accepted Answer

A target population is identified as most at risk for a specific problem, often used in research and interventions to address specific needs.

Question 19

The government needs to contact ______________to get data.

Accepted Answer

Community leaders are often key contacts for gathering data as they have insights and access to information within their communities.

Question 20

Laboratory assessment includes ___________ data.

Accepted Answer

Biochemical data is included in laboratory assessment.

Quiz 5: Community Needs Assessment