#1
Which of the following is NOT a determinant of health according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?
Gender
ExplanationGender is not considered a determinant of health by WHO.
#2
What is the primary goal of public health?
To promote health and prevent disease in populations
ExplanationThe primary goal of public health is to promote health and prevent disease in populations.
#3
Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention strategy?
Implementing a vaccination program
ExplanationImplementing a vaccination program is an example of a primary prevention strategy.
#4
What is the role of epidemiology in public health?
To study the distribution and determinants of health and disease
ExplanationEpidemiology's role in public health is to study the distribution and determinants of health and disease.
#5
What is the goal of the Healthy People initiative in the United States?
To reduce health disparities and improve health for all Americans
ExplanationThe goal of the Healthy People initiative is to reduce health disparities and improve health for all Americans.
#6
Which of the following is a key principle of community-based participatory research (CBPR)?
Community members and researchers collaborate in all aspects of the research process
ExplanationCBPR involves community members and researchers collaborating in all aspects of the research process.
#7
Which of the following is an example of a health promotion activity?
Encouraging healthy eating habits through education
ExplanationEncouraging healthy eating habits through education is a health promotion activity.
#8
What is the role of a community health worker (CHW) in promoting community wellness?
To educate and advocate for community members' health needs
ExplanationCHWs educate and advocate for community members' health needs to promote community wellness.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a core function of public health?
Treatment
ExplanationTreatment is not a core function of public health.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?
Access to healthcare
ExplanationAccess to healthcare is not considered a social determinant of health.
#11
What is the purpose of a health impact assessment (HIA)?
To assess the potential health effects of a policy, program, or project before it is implemented
ExplanationHIA aims to assess the potential health effects of a policy, program, or project before implementation.
#12
Which of the following is a goal of the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion?
To reduce health inequalities
ExplanationThe goal of the Ottawa Charter is to reduce health inequalities.
#13
Which of the following is an example of a health disparity?
People with higher incomes are less likely to experience certain health conditions
ExplanationHealth disparities can be seen when people with higher incomes are less likely to experience certain health conditions.
#14
What is the goal of a health impact pyramid?
To prioritize public health interventions based on their impact
ExplanationThe health impact pyramid's goal is to prioritize public health interventions based on their impact.