#1
Which of the following best defines health equity?
Eliminating health disparities and achieving optimal health for all
ExplanationPromoting equal health opportunities for everyone, irrespective of existing disparities.
#2
What are social determinants of health?
Economic and social conditions that impact health
ExplanationExternal factors like economic and social conditions influencing individuals' health outcomes.
#3
What role does education play in influencing health outcomes?
Higher education levels are associated with better health outcomes
ExplanationPositive correlation between higher education levels and improved health outcomes.
#4
What is the term used to describe the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age?
Social determinants of health
ExplanationCollective factors shaping individuals' lives and health outcomes.
#5
What is meant by the term 'food desert'?
A region with a lack of grocery stores and access to fresh, healthy foods
ExplanationGeographic areas lacking access to fresh, healthy foods and grocery stores.
#6
Which factor is not considered a social determinant of health?
Genetics
ExplanationBiological factors, like genetics, not included in social determinants affecting health.
#7
What is the term for the disparities in health outcomes between different racial or ethnic groups?
Health disparity
ExplanationVariations in health outcomes among different racial or ethnic groups.
#8
What is the main goal of addressing health inequities?
To achieve fair opportunities for health for all individuals
ExplanationStriving for equal health opportunities and outcomes for everyone.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of health inequities?
Improved community well-being
ExplanationNegative consequences like community well-being not a result of health inequities.
#10
Which of the following is a key factor contributing to health disparities among different socioeconomic groups?
Income inequality
ExplanationDisparities influenced by variations in income levels.
#11
Which of the following interventions is an example of addressing social determinants of health?
Implementing a program to improve access to healthy food in low-income neighborhoods
ExplanationTaking action to enhance access to healthy food in economically disadvantaged areas.
#12
Which of the following is an example of an upstream approach to addressing health inequities?
Investing in early childhood education programs
ExplanationAddressing root causes like investing in early childhood education to tackle health inequities.
#13
Which of the following is an example of institutional racism that contributes to health inequities?
Discriminatory lending practices that limit access to resources for certain racial groups
ExplanationUnfair lending practices restricting resources based on race, contributing to health inequities.
#14
Which of the following interventions is aimed at addressing the social determinants of health?
Implementing affordable housing programs
ExplanationTaking action to tackle social determinants by providing affordable housing programs.