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Which of the following groups does a public health nurse aim to improve health outcomes for?
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was proclaimed in 1948.
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What article in the UDHR declares the right to an adequate standard of living for health and wellbeing?
Article 25.1
The right to health includes components such as availability, accessibility, acceptability, and ________.
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Match the following components of the right to health with their descriptions:
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According to WHO, health is defined as a human right that includes which of the following?
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Health as a human right is unrelated to social conditions such as race and religion.
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Health is considered a fundamental right by the ________.
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Who was the first secretary of the DPHW?
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The Fajardo Act created sanitary divisions consisting of five or more municipalities.
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What significant event interrupted public health nursing services in 1941?
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In 1954, R.A. 1082 established a Rural Health ______ in every municipality.
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What act was enacted in 1957 to improve the distribution of health personnel?
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Match the year with the corresponding event in Philippine public health history:
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In 1958, regional health offices were created as part of the centralization efforts.
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What classification system was established for health services in the Philippines in 1970?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four features of accessibility in health care?
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Quality in health services only means being effective and safe.
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What does the concept of acceptability in health as a human right refer to?
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The availability of health services requires that operational public health and channels be adequate for __________.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which characteristic ensures that health services are tailored to accommodate the specific needs of diverse population groups?
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List one key aspect of quality in health care services.
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Health services must only be accessible to economically privileged individuals.
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Study Notes
Health as a Human Right
- Health is recognized as a fundamental human right by the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Every individual has the right to the highest attainable standard of health, irrespective of race, religion, political beliefs, or economic conditions.
- This right is outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted on December 10, 1948.
Core Features of Health Rights
- Availability: Essential public health services and programs must be adequate for all.
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Accessibility: Health services should be obtainable without discrimination, ensuring:
- Physical accessibility
- Economic accessibility
- Information accessibility
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Acceptability: Health care must respect medical ethics and cultural appropriateness, emphasizing:
- People-centered care
- Accommodation of diverse population needs
- Adherence to international medical ethics standards
- Quality: Health services and facilities should meet medical standards, focusing on safety, effectiveness, integration, and efficiency.
Historical Context for Health Rights
- The UDHR emphasizes the right to an adequate standard of living essential for health, including food, clothing, housing, medical care, and social services.
- The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights identifies interconnected components of health rights: availability, accessibility, acceptability, and quality.
Evolution of Public Health Nursing in the Philippines
- Public health nursing is crucial for improving health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.
- Significant historical milestones include:
- 1912: Fajardo Act established sanitary divisions across municipalities.
- 1941: Public health nursing services were disrupted due to World War II.
- 1947: Department of Health reorganized, creating city health departments at the bureau level.
- 1954: Rural Health Unit Act (R.A. 1082) established a rural health unit in every municipality.
- 1957: R.A. 1891 aimed for equitable distribution of health personnel and enhanced dental services.
- 1958: Formation of regional health offices due to efforts to decentralize health services.
- 1970: Classification of health care delivery into primary, secondary, and tertiary levels was initiated.
- 1975: The national health plan was formulated, restructuring health care delivery systems.
- 1986: The Ministry of Health transitioned to the Department of Health.
Public Health Nursing's Role
- Public health nurses play a strategic role in improving health outcomes at various community levels.
- Focused on implementing public health strategies tailored to community needs, addressing social determinants of health effectively.
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This quiz explores the concept of health as a fundamental human right, focusing on its availability and accessibility. Participants will consider how public health services and programs can be made adequate for all individuals. Dive deep into the principles that ensure everyone has the right to health care.
