Patterns, Control, Prevention

Question 1

What is a table in the context of health-related data?

Answer 1

A table is a set of data arranged in rows and columns with single or multiple indicators. It should have a clear title, be simple with 2-3 variables, self-explanatory, and include specific units of measure.

Question 2

What are the key features of a graph?

Answer 2

A graph shows quantitative data using the x-y coordinate system. It should be self-explanatory, with each variable clearly differentiated by legends, and the x-axis for independent variables and the y-axis for dependent variables.

Question 3

What is a chart in epidemiological data?

Answer 3

A chart shows epidemiological data using one coordinate or a single variable. Types include bar charts, pie charts, and maps.

Question 4

What is prevalence in disease frequency?

Answer 4

Prevalence refers to the total number of existing cases at a point in time and is useful for health professionals to allocate resources.

Question 5

What is incidence in health events?

Answer 5

Incidence refers to the number of new cases during a certain time period and helps epidemiologists understand risk factors.

Question 6

What are the measures of disease frequency?

Answer 6

Measures include counts, risk, rate, ratio, and proportion, each providing different insights into health data.

Question 7

What are control strategies for infection and disease?

Answer 7

Control strategies include eliminating the agent, strengthening the immune system, preventing contamination, isolating infectious individuals, and promoting healthy habits.

Question 8

What are the types of prevention strategies?

Answer 8

Types of prevention include primordial, primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention, each targeting different stages of disease development.

Question 9

What is the first step in controlling a disease?

Answer 9

Diagnosis is the first step in controlling a disease, allowing for immediate treatment to prevent spread.

Question 10

What is the purpose of notification in disease control?

Answer 10

Notification involves informing local health authorities of detected diseases to take immediate preventive measures.

Question 11

What is the role of isolation in disease control?

Answer 11

Isolation restricts infected patients to prevent the spread of infection, depending on the communicability period.

Question 12

What is quarantine?

Answer 12

Quarantine restricts activities of healthy individuals who may have been exposed to a disease until the incubation period is over.

Question 13

What is the importance of health determinants?

Answer 13

Health determinants include genetic predisposition, lifestyles, social relationships, and socio-economic factors that influence health.

Question 14

What are common behavioral risk factors for non-communicable diseases?

Answer 14

Common behavioral risk factors include smoking, physical inactivity, and unhealthy diet, contributing to diseases like diabetes and cancer.

Question 15

What is the life-course approach in health?

Answer 15

The life-course approach considers factors influencing health at all life stages, emphasizing early life growth and development.

Question 16

What is the significance of health literacy?

Answer 16

Health literacy is crucial for understanding health information and motivating behavior change for better health outcomes.

Question 17

What are some key injury prevention strategies?

Answer 17

Key strategies include addressing falls, unintentional poisoning, motor vehicle injuries, and intentional violence.

Question 18

What dietary recommendations are made for health?

Answer 18

Recommendations include eating less sugar and trans fats, more fruits and vegetables, and following any special diets as needed.

Question 19

What are the guidelines for substance use?

Answer 19

Guidelines include not smoking, drinking alcohol in moderation, and avoiding non-medical drugs.

Question 20

What are the safety recommendations for injuries?

Answer 20

Recommendations include wearing seatbelts, using helmets, and following safety procedures for jobs and recreational activities.

Question 21

What mental health practices are suggested?

Answer 21

Practices include treating others well, accepting responsibility, making friends, and practicing mind-calming techniques.

Question 22

What should you avoid while intoxicated?

Answer 22

Avoid being overly sleepy or distracted.

Question 23

What safety precautions should you take when crossing roads?

Answer 23

Look before crossing or entering a road, changing lanes, or merging.

Question 24

What safety measures should you take while boating?

Answer 24

Wear a life vest, don’t dive into shallow water, and learn to swim.

Question 25

What home safety devices should you have?

Answer 25

Have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home.

Question 26

How should you treat others?

Answer 26

Treat others as you would be treated.

Question 27

What responsibility should you accept?

Answer 27

Accept responsibility for your actions and for someone or something besides yourself.

Question 28

What is important for maintaining friendships?

Answer 28

Make and keep friends.

Question 29

How should you speak about others?

Answer 29

Act nicer: Don’t speak ill to or about others.

Question 30

What techniques can help with mental calmness?

Answer 30

Practice mind-calming techniques such as meditation or prayer.

Question 31

How should you handle small problems?

Answer 31

Don’t sweat the small stuff and be sensible about what’s small.

Question 32

What should you do in the face of adversity?

Answer 32

Change what you can, live with what you can’t, and try to know the difference.

Question 33

What is the expectation for your efforts?

Answer 33

When you do something, do your best but don’t expect more from yourself than your best.

Question 34

How can you contribute to your family and community?

Answer 34

Do something useful for your family and community.

Question 35

What is an important reality to understand about life?

Answer 35

Understand that you will die and you will experience pain and loss.

Question 36

How often should you brush your teeth?

Answer 36

Brush your teeth at least twice a day.

Question 37

How often should you see a dentist?

Answer 37

See a dentist regularly for cleaning and examination.

Question 38

What regular health screenings should you have?

Answer 38

See a health care practitioner regularly for age-appropriate and sex-appropriate screenings and vaccinations.

Question 39

What precautions should you take regarding sun exposure?

Answer 39

Be cautious about sun exposure and wear sunscreen.

Question 40

What should you do if something feels wrong physically or mentally?

Answer 40

See appropriate practitioners and trust their advice; if you don’t trust them, seek another opinion.

Question 41

What should you prioritize if you feel you need more health support?

Answer 41

Instead of looking for a better supplement, diet, or exercise, read a book to a child or help those in your community.

Question 42

What is the focus of Division C in health-related events?

Answer 42

Using the Agent/Host/Environment information to propose Control and Prevention Strategies.

Question 43

What is a strategy for evaluating health control efforts?

Answer 43

Proposing strategies to evaluate the effectiveness of given control efforts.