Question 1

A person's health and wellbeing is dependent on a good start, good future, good care and support. These influences, social, economic, physical and environmental factors are known as

Accepted Answer

Determinants of Health refer to the range of social, economic, physical, and environmental factors that influence a person's health and wellbeing.

Question 2

which of the following studies apply to this: Representative sample of residents were telephoned and asked how much they exercise each week and whether they currently have (have ever been diagnosed with) heart disease.

Accepted Answer

This study is observational cross-sectional because it involves collecting data at a single point in time to assess the relationship between exercise and heart disease among residents.

Question 3

Which is not a type of Epidemiology study?

Accepted Answer

Scientific is not a type of Epidemiology study. Epidemiology studies are either descriptive, experimental, or observational.

Question 4

Identify what this situation reflects: Cases of infectious disease occurred within 3 weeks among residents of a particular neighborhood (usually 0 or 1 per year)?

Accepted Answer

This situation reflects an epidemic disease, as it involves a sudden increase in the number of cases of an infectious disease within a specific area or population, which is higher than what is typically expected.

Question 5

The decentralization of administrative and decision making functions is considered a way to involve the community in public health development.

Accepted Answer

Decentralization allows local communities to have a say in public health decisions, making the system more responsive to their specific needs and conditions.

Question 6

The most elementary study in the literature?

Accepted Answer

A case report is considered the most elementary study in the literature as it involves a detailed report of the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of an individual patient.

Question 7

Primary Health care philosophy includes the following EXCEPT?

Accepted Answer

Primary Health Care (PHC) philosophy emphasizes equity, justice, the interrelationship of health and development, and self-reliance, but it does not treat health as a commodity.

Question 8

Health literacy is best defined as the capacity of a person to?

Accepted Answer

Health literacy is primarily about the ability to recognize and find information about health problems, which encompasses understanding, evaluating, and using health information to make informed decisions.

Question 9

Which of the following statements about exposures is true?

Accepted Answer

Exposure refers to contact with any factor, whether harmful or beneficial, that can affect health.

Question 10

In a case-control study, the Odds Ratio (OR) is the Ratio of the odds of exposure among the cases to the odds in favor of expos among the controls.

Accepted Answer

The Odds Ratio (OR) in a case-control study is calculated as the ratio of the odds of exposure among the cases to the odds of exposure among the controls.

Question 11

The............is an international health organization that compiles statistics of diseases and investigates health problems?

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization (WHO) is an international health organization responsible for compiling statistics of diseases and investigating health problems globally.

Question 12

A process by which people gain control and mastery over their own lives is called?

Accepted Answer

Empowerment refers to the process by which individuals gain control and mastery over their own lives, enabling them to make decisions and take actions that affect their well-being and circumstances.

Question 13

………………is used to describe a small, localized epidemic, often contained to a village or a small town?

Accepted Answer

An outbreak is used to describe a small, localized epidemic, often contained to a village or a small town.

Question 14

Primary health care is usually practiced in?

Accepted Answer

Primary health care is typically practiced in community health services and NGOs, which focus on providing accessible and essential health services to the community.

Question 15

Public health services are given adequate attention in the financing of health care in Palestine..

Accepted Answer

Public health services in Palestine often face challenges such as limited funding, political instability, and resource constraints, which can hinder adequate attention and financing.

Question 16

Social Justice refers?

Accepted Answer

Social justice is primarily concerned with human rights and fairness, ensuring equitable treatment and opportunities for all individuals in society.

Question 17

which of the following studies apply to this: Occurrence of cancer was identified between April 1991 and July 2002 for 50,000 troops who served in the first Gulf War (ended April 1991) and 50,000 troops who served elsewhere during the same period?

Accepted Answer

This study is an observational cohort study because it follows two groups (cohorts) over time to compare the incidence of cancer between those who served in the Gulf War and those who did not.

Question 18

By basing programs and services in communities, organizations, and schools where most people spend most of their time, you can Increase the likelihood of long-term success to the road of health and wellness.

Accepted Answer

Community-based programs and services are more accessible and relevant to individuals' daily lives, increasing engagement and sustainability in health and wellness efforts.

Question 19

A study is done to examine whether is an association between the daily use of vitamins and risk of coronary artery disease (heart attack) over a 10-year period. When subjects who took, both vitamins were compared to those who took no vitamins at all, the risk ratio was found to be 0.07. Which of the following is a correct interpretation of this Finding?

Accepted Answer

The risk ratio of 0.07 indicates that those who take vitamins C & E daily have 0.07 times the risk of heart attack compared to those who do not take vitamins, meaning a 93% reduction in risk.

Question 20

The following criteria are necessary to establish causal relationship between two variables except?

Accepted Answer

A causal relationship does not require that one exposure is always enough to develop the disease; multiple exposures or other factors may be necessary.

Quiz 1: Public Health