PART 1 Flashcards
What does vital statistics refer to?
Births, illnesses, marriages, divorce, separation, and deaths
What is the best source of information for community data?
Census
What is the most accurate and reliable source of demographic data?
Civil registry record
Define demography.
Size, distribution, composition, and change in population
Which demographic variable is NOT included in population growth?
Morbidity
What infection control measure should be used for scabies?
Use gloves
What is the most common symptom of scabies?
Itchiness
What is the etiology of scabies?
Parasite
Where should anti-scabies lotion be applied?
All skin areas
How can the spread of scabies be prevented?
Avoid sharing items used by the infected person
What is the antibacterial property of guava extract?
Antibacterial
What is bayabas commonly used for?
Wound wash
What is lagundi used to treat?
Cough
What health condition is ampalaya associated with?
Diabetes
When should bawang be taken for hypertension?
After meals
What law established Universal Health Care in the Philippines?
RA 11223
When was the Universal Health Care Law signed?
February 20, 2019
What is the DOH Organization known as?
FOURMULA ONE PLUS
What does the Philippine Health Insurance provide?
Financial risk protection
What is the DOH vision/motto?
All for health towards health for all
Who are automatic members of the Universal Health Care program?
All Filipinos
What is the causative agent of typhoid fever?
Bacteria
How is typhoid fever transmitted?
Food and water
What are considered portals of exit for typhoid fever?
Feces, urine, blood, and other body fluids
