Practice Test 1 Flashcards
What is another name for the stages of change model?
Transtheoretical Model
What is the correct sequence in the stages of change model of health behavior
Precontemplation, Contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance.
In the WHO health surveys which of the following types of data were obtained on the individual rather than household level.
Health care system responsiveness
What reliable online database is part of the US Department of Health and Human Services?
National Institute of Health (NIH) and US Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC)
What is the most applicable research methods for collecting aggregate information on large population groups?
Surveys
What is correct about the databases provided by the American Medical association?
Contractors with database licenses provide access to AMA’s databases
What is the School Health Index (SHI)?
A tool that the CDC uses to help schools in their health self-assessments and to create health policies and plans
The Global School-based Student Health Survey (GSHS) was developed through collaboration by which organizations?
World Health Organization (WHO)
Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
United Nations Children’s fund (UNICEF)
Which of the following is MOST accurate regarding the components of a coordinated school health program?
School health education should be comprehensive
In a coordinated school health program, which of the following is a factor?
Healthy physical, emotional, and social school environments support learning.
What are the vertebrae in the human skeleton in descending order? (6)
Atlas, Axis, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral, Coccyx
When considering how to communicate health education information to diverse audiences, which of these is true?
The majority of American adults are lacking in health literacy skills
According to the CDC, what is a valid guideline for writing clear, relevant health education materials appealing to diverse audiences?
Use prescriptions rather than postscriptions for giving for giving action instructions
Where can you find information on the connection between school health and academic achievement on school health assessment planning?
The CDC web site’s Coordinated School Health Publications and resources page.
What is a characteristic of educator communication with parents that is effective in engaging them strongly in their schools?
Parents can identify school expectations of students for homework, attendance, and behavior
