Health Etymology
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The World Health Organization's definition of health includes access to which of the following?

  • Unrestricted access to pharmaceutical drugs
  • Sanitation, adequate food, and decent housing (correct)
  • Access to advanced medical technology
  • Exclusive access to specialized healthcare facilities
  • Which year did the World Health Organization accept the definition of health as 'complete physical, mental, and social well-being'?

  • 1941
  • 1946 (correct)
  • 1950
  • 1945
  • What is the etymological origin of the word 'health'?

  • German
  • Greek
  • Latin (correct)
  • French
  • According to Sigerist (1941), health is not merely the absence of disease but also a joyful attitude and acceptance of what?

    <p>Responsibilities that life imposes on the individual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Holistic' comprehension of health emphasizes what over disease?

    <p>Wellness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Stampar's (1945) definition of health emphasize?

    <p>Complete physical, mental, and social well-being (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the World Health Organization consider as a fundamental, inalienable human right related to health?

    <p>Enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT included in the concept of health discussed in the text?

    <p>Financial stability and wealth accumulation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Wellness' is emphasized over what according to holistic comprehension of health?

    <p>Disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, what is considered an essential part of 'the highest attainable standard of health'?

    <p>Healthy working conditions and a clean environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymological origin of the word 'illness'?

    <p>From Latin: 'In firmitas' meaning 'Loss of health' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the stages of illness according to Suchman?

    <p>Experiencing a symptom, Assuming a sick role, Making contact for health care, Being dependent, Recovering or being rehabilitated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention?

    <p>Preventing pain and damage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of disease prevention?

    <p>Modifying risk behaviors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'prevalence' refer to in epidemiology?

    <p>The proportion of people with a disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of secondary prevention?

    <p>Early detection and treatment of an existing disease before it becomes clinically apparent (illness) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main emphasis of health promotion?

    <p>Educating about good nutrition and regular exercise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Milton Terris (1975), what does health encompass?

    <p>Physical, mental, and social well-being and ability to function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered as a dynamic concept according to Milton Terris (1975)?

    <p>Health (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does disease prevention primarily cover according to WHO (Geneva, 1984)?

    <p>Measures not only to prevent the occurrence of disease but also to arrest its progress and reduce its consequences once established. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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