Health Education Principles and Importance Quiz

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At which level does primary prevention of disability focus on actions taken prior to the onset of disease or disability?

Quaternary level

Secondary level

Primary level (correct)

Tertiary level

What is the primary focus of secondary prevention in the context of substance abuse-related disabilities?

Preventing risk factors that cause impairment

Educating the general population about disabilities

Halting the progress of the disease at its initial stage (correct)

Encouraging people to engage in healthy behaviors

Which of the following is an example of primary prevention according to the text?

Programs discouraging people from drinking alcohol (correct)

Emerging therapies for cognitive impairments

Educating individuals already at high risk of disabilities

Providing treatment to prevent disability

Which level of prevention is characterized by actions taken to prevent complications by halting the progress of disease at its initial stage?

Secondary level Signup and view all the answers

How does primary prevention differ from secondary prevention in terms of timing?

Secondary prevention happens after the onset of disease, and primary prevention is before. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of community and government organizations in rehabilitation programs?

Providing governance and stewardship Signup and view all the answers

In the context of substance abuse, what is one key benefit of successful primary prevention efforts?

Eliminating the possibility of disease occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in the strengthening of rehabilitation in countries?

Effective governance Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical location of governance functions for rehabilitation?

Ministry of Health Signup and view all the answers

What is the first phase of the four-phase process of rehabilitation situation assessment?

Rehabilitation situation assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of effective governance in rehabilitation?

Rehabilitation services that meet the population’s need Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of governance for rehabilitation in many countries?

Limited governance capacity Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential principle of Health Education?

Making health teaching based on the interests of the people Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of health education?

To positively influence the health behaviour and living conditions of individuals and communities Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in ensuring effective health education?

Making the message perceived as trustworthy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'participation' mean in the context of Health Education?

Taking part in or involving oneself in the learning process Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to base Health Education on facts?

To ensure the information is trustworthy and reliable Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a communical disease?

Influenza Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the abnormal curvature of the spine in the lumbar region?

Lumbar lordosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of severe cases of swayback?

Loss of ability to control the bladder Signup and view all the answers

Which of these exercises is not a corrective measure for lordosis?

Lifting weights to strengthen arm muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine?

Scoliosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended number of repetitions for the toe-touching exercise to help with lordosis?

Which condition can be caused by malnutrition, illness, obesity, lack of exercise, weak abdomen and back muscles, and pregnancy?

Lordosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of corn development on the foot?

Tight footwear and repeated pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of broken nails?

Repeated pressure on the toe nails Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the development of ringworm?

Poor hygiene, sharing personal items, and skin injuries Signup and view all the answers

Why is walking in wet areas risky?

It increases the risk of developing athlete's foot Signup and view all the answers

What causes dermatophyte fungi to thrive?

Warm, moist environments Signup and view all the answers

How can tight shoes cause problems?

By causing broken toe nails and developing corns Signup and view all the answers