Question 1

The sex of an individual is an example of a health relevant feature of _______.
A) hosts
B) agents
C) risks
D) predisposing conditions

Accepted Answer

Health relevant features refer to the defining characteristics of hosts that can affect their susceptibility and response to diseases. The sex of an individual is a characteristic of the host and can impact their health outcomes, making it an example of a health relevant feature of hosts. Choices B, C, and D refer to other aspects of disease causation and are not directly related to host characteristics.

Question 2

The science of explicating the causes and variations in the frequency of health outcomes is called _______.
A) phrenology
B) oncology
C) epidemiology
D) demography

Accepted Answer

Epidemiology is the science of studying the distribution and determinants of diseases and health outcomes in populations. It examines factors like genetics, lifestyle, environment, and social factors that contribute to the variation in disease frequency. Phrenology studies the shape and size of the skull as an indication of mental traits and abilities, oncology studies cancer, and demography studies human populations and their characteristics.

Question 3

High blood pressure is properly understood as a ________.
A) cause of heart disease
B) necessary consequence of aging, weight gain, sedentary behaviour, and poor diet
C) disease
D) risk factor for heart disease

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease. While it can be caused by factors such as aging, weight gain, sedentary behaviour, and poor diet, it is not necessarily a necessary consequence of these factors. Additionally, high blood pressure itself is not a disease, but rather a condition that can lead to other health problems, such as heart disease.

Question 4

Indigenous people all over the world generally ________.
A) have similar life expectancies to those of the non-indigenous populations
B) live three to five years longer than non-indigenous people due to diet and lifestyle
C) live three to five years less than non-indigenous people due to diet and lifestyle
D) live six or more years less than non-indigenous people due to social factors

Accepted Answer

Indigenous populations often face significant social disadvantages, including limited access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities, contributing to a lower life expectancy compared to non-indigenous populations.

Question 5

The seminal 1974 Canadian government working paper that called into question the importance of health care for the health of Canadians is referred to as the ________.
A) Lalonde Report
B) Epp Report
C) McKeown Report
D) Ottawa Charter

Accepted Answer

The seminal 1974 Canadian government working paper that called into question the importance of health care for the health of Canadians is referred to as the Lalonde Report. The Epp Report (The Epp Report:  Achieving Health For All: A Framework for Health Promotion) was published in 1986 and focused on health promotion and disease prevention. The McKeown Report was a British report from 1976 that emphasized the role of socioeconomic factors in health. The Ottawa Charter was a 1986 international agreement on health promotion that emphasized the importance of addressing the social determinants of health.

Question 6

A person's health is largely a function of his or her personal choices.

Accepted Answer

While personal choices play a significant role in an individual's health, factors such as genetics, environmental conditions, access to healthcare, and socioeconomic status also have substantial impacts on health outcomes.

Question 7

Focusing on the individual and his or her susceptibility to a bad heath outcome lends itself to moralizing.

Accepted Answer

Focusing on an individual's susceptibility to a bad health outcome can often lead to blaming them for their health problems and can be seen as moralizing.

Question 8

A threat to health, "a risk factor," is properly understood to be a cause of disease.

Accepted Answer

A risk factor is associated with an increased likelihood of developing a disease but is not necessarily a direct cause of the disease.

Question 9

The Epp Report famously called for a reduction in health inequities between high- and low-income Canadians.

Accepted Answer

The Epp Report, also known as the 1986 Lalonde Report, did call for a reduction in health inequities between higher- and lower-income Canadians.

Question 10

Population health focuses on the interrelated conditions and factors the influence the health of populations over the life course.
Short Answer Question

Accepted Answer

Population health is a discipline that focuses on addressing the social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors that influence the health of populations. It considers a broader perspective beyond individual health to encompass the wellbeing of entire communities and populations.

Question 11

What are your expectations of this course?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Do you believe if you adopt a healthy lifestyle, eat a varied high-quality diet, and get lots of exercise and sleep, that you will improve your life expectancy, reduce your risk of disease, and enhance your wellbeing? Why? Can you think of some reasons why a healthy lifestyle might not make much difference? In light of your answers, how should we approach the goal of improving the health of Canadians?

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 1: Introduction: The Conventional Understanding of Health and Its Alternative

The sex of an individual is an example of a health relevant feature of _______.

The science of explicating the causes and variations in the frequency of health outcomes is called _______.

High blood pressure is properly understood as a ________.

Indigenous people all over the world generally ________.

The seminal 1974 Canadian government working paper that called into question the importance of health care for the health of Canadians is referred to as the ________.

A person's health is largely a function of his or her personal choices.

Focusing on the individual and his or her susceptibility to a bad heath outcome lends itself to moralizing.

A threat to health, "a risk factor," is properly understood to be a cause of disease.

The Epp Report famously called for a reduction in health inequities between high- and low-income Canadians.

Population health focuses on the interrelated conditions and factors the influence the health of populations over the life course. Short Answer Question

What are your expectations of this course?