#1
In public health, what does the term 'herd immunity' refer to?
Vaccinating individual animals in a herd
Achieving a sufficient proportion of the population immune to a disease
Housing animals in a confined space
Implementing strict quarantine measures
#2
Which of the following is an example of a positive externality in public health?
Secondhand smoke exposure
Vaccination reducing the spread of a contagious disease
Overconsumption of unhealthy foods
Air pollution from industrial activities
#3
What is the primary focus of the 'Social Determinants of Health' framework?
Individual genetics
Economic and social conditions impacting health outcomes
Personal lifestyle choices
Medical treatments and interventions
#4
What is the primary goal of contact tracing in public health?
Isolating healthy individuals
Identifying and notifying individuals exposed to infectious diseases
Encouraging large gatherings
Promoting individual privacy
#5
What is the primary purpose of public health education programs?
Encouraging unhealthy behaviors
Educating and empowering individuals to make informed health decisions
Imposing fines on non-compliant individuals
Limiting personal freedoms
#6
Which government agency is responsible for public health in the United States?
Department of Defense
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
#7
What is the 'Tragedy of the Commons' in the context of public health and personal choice?
A situation where individuals act in their self-interest, depleting shared resources
A successful community health program
An ancient Greek philosophical concept
A type of public health insurance
#8
What is the main objective of a sin tax in the context of public health?
Encouraging unhealthy behaviors
Generating revenue to fund healthcare programs
Subsidizing healthy food options
Promoting personal freedom
#9
Which level of government is typically responsible for implementing public health policies?
Local government
International organizations
Private corporations
Individual households
#10
Which of the following is an example of a negative externality in public health?
Exercise and physical activity
Antibiotic overuse leading to drug resistance
Vaccination against infectious diseases
Healthy dietary choices
#11
Which ethical principle supports government intervention in public health to protect individuals from harm?
Autonomy
Justice
Beneficence
Non-maleficence
#12
What is the 'Nanny State' argument against government intervention in personal choices related to health?
Advocating for more government intervention
Opposing all forms of government
Arguing against excessive government intrusion in personal choices
Promoting a healthier lifestyle
#13
What is the 'Precautionary Principle' in public health decision-making?
Avoiding intervention until harm is evident
Taking preventive action in the face of uncertainty
Relying on individual responsibility
Promoting self-sufficiency
#14
In the context of personal choice, what does the term 'paternalism' refer to?
Government policies promoting individual freedom
Restrictions on personal choices for the individual's own good
Voluntary adherence to health guidelines
Public protests against government intervention
#15
Which ethical principle emphasizes the fair distribution of healthcare resources in public health policies?
Autonomy
Justice
Beneficence
Non-maleficence