32 Questions
What is the number of dimensions of health according to the definition?
Three
Which of the following is a sign of physical health?
A clean skin
How can the physical health of an individual be assessed?
Through a thorough clinical examination, biochemical and laboratory investigations
What is a characteristic of a mentally healthy person?
Accepts criticism sportively
What is a dimension of health that is difficult to differentiate from mental health?
Emotional dimension
What is a characteristic of a spiritually healthy person?
Has a sound mind in a sound body
What is a characteristic of a vocationally healthy person?
Is capable of earning sufficiently to lead life successfully
What is disease according to the definition?
A condition of the body or some part or organ of the body in which its functions are disrupted
What is the primary goal of community medicine?
To identify health problems and provide comprehensive health care
Which operational strategy is used in community medicine?
Both active and passive operational strategies
What does community medicine aim to provide to the community?
Comprehensive health care
Which of the following is NOT a course outline for community medicine?
Chemical engineering
What is a unique feature of hospital medicine compared to community medicine?
Ill-defined catchment area
Which aspect is emphasized in the community medicine introductory session?
Health dimensions
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a part of health indicators in community medicine?
Global financial markets
What type of care is stressed upon in community medicine?
Comprehensive care
What is the definition of a congenital disease?
A disease that a person is born with
Which factor is a biological determinant of health?
Genetics
How can genetic diseases be prevented?
Through genetic counseling before marriage
Which type of environment includes factors like air, water, and soil?
External environment
Which factor is strongly associated with diseases such as AIDS and coronary heart diseases?
Lifestyle
What is the impact of female literacy on health?
It reduces morbidity and mortality
How does unemployment affect health?
It reduces psychological well-being
Which of the following is an example of a non-communicable disease?
Cancer
What is the main aim of community diagnosis?
To identify and quantify health problems in a community
Who typically makes a clinical diagnosis?
A doctor (physician)
Which of the following is involved in community diagnosis but not in clinical diagnosis?
Conducting surveys and epidemiological investigations
According to WHO, health is defined as:
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
What distinguishes clinical diagnosis from community diagnosis?
Community diagnosis includes both sick and healthy individuals
Which of the following is the focus of clinical diagnosis?
Individual case treatment
Which statement is true about intersectoral coordination?
It is virtually nonexistent
Which aspect is emphasized in community diagnosis over clinical diagnosis?
Promoting health and preventing disease
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of community medicine, including health indicators, disease prevention, and epidemiology. It also explores topics such as communicable and non-communicable diseases, water sanitation, and environmental health.
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