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What is the primary goal of community medicine?

  • To provide specialized medical care for rare diseases.
  • To train healthcare professionals in advanced medical techniques.
  • To research and develop new treatments for chronic illnesses.
  • To identify health problems and provide comprehensive care to a defined population. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of community medicine?

  • Focuses on providing care to ill individuals. (correct)
  • Employs both active and passive operational strategies.
  • Aims to improve the overall health of a defined geographic area.
  • Involves comprehensive healthcare services including prevention and rehabilitation.

What is the key difference between the operational strategies of community medicine and hospital medicine?

  • Community medicine uses only passive strategies, while hospital medicine uses only active strategies.
  • Hospital medicine focuses on promoting community health initiatives, while community medicine focuses on individual patient care.
  • Community medicine focuses on preventive care, while hospital medicine deals only with curative care.
  • Community medicine uses both active and passive strategies, while hospital medicine mainly uses passive strategies. (correct)

What is the main purpose of 'evaluative services' in community medicine?

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Which of the following best defines the term 'catchment area' as used in the context of hospital medicine?

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What type of environment can be described by "culture, beliefs and traditions"?

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What is a potential consequence of unemployment?

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Which of the following diseases is associated with high socioeconomic status?

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What is a key reason why education is important for health?

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Which of the following factors is NOT explicitly mentioned as a potential contributor to health status in the provided text?

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What is a potential benefit of genetic counseling?

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Which of the following is an example of a health behavior that can contribute to disease?

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What is a major concern associated with a rapidly aging population?

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What is the primary focus of community diagnosis?

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What is the main difference between clinical diagnosis and community diagnosis?

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What is the main aim of community diagnosis?

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Which of the following is NOT a dimension of health according to the WHO definition?

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What is the meaning of "infirmity" in the context of the WHO definition of health?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences health?

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What does a person need for physical health, according to the text?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a non-medical dimension of health?

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What are the signs of physical health? (Select all that apply)

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Which of these factors is NOT considered a determinant of health?

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What is the definition of a disease according to the provided text?

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Which of the following is an example of an acquired disease?

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What is the primary focus of the 'Social Dimension' of health?

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What is the primary difference between mental and emotional health?

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What is the meaning of 'vocational' health?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a socioeconomic determinant of health?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of physical health according to the text?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a determinant of health?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a type of acquired disease?

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Which of the following is a key aspect of spiritual health?

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Which of the following statements best reflects the concept of vocational health?

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Which of the following is a major concern associated with a rapidly aging population?

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What is the main difference between mental and emotional health according to the text?

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Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a healthy individual according to the text?

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What strategy does community medicine employ in terms of health care delivery?

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Which of the following best describes the nature of care provided by community medicine?

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What is a key responsibility of providers in community medicine?

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How does community medicine differ from hospital medicine in terms of service area?

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What is the primary operational strategy utilized by hospital medicine?

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What is the primary focus of clinical diagnosis?

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Which aspect does community diagnosis specifically address?

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Which definition aligns with the WHO's concept of health?

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What is a key concern of an epidemiologist compared to a physician?

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What does the term 'promotion' refer to in community health?

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Which of the following best describes the evaluative role of community diagnosis?

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In what way does community diagnosis differ from clinical diagnosis?

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Which of these dimensions is NOT listed as a non-medical dimension of health?

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Which factor is indicated as having a significant impact on the health status of individuals?

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What is the relationship between unemployment and health?

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What is a characteristic of diseases prevalent among poorer socioeconomic groups?

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How can genetic counseling help in disease prevention?

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Which aspect of the external environment affects health?

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What relationship is noted between lifestyle choices and specific diseases?

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What age group is projected to see significant increases by 2020, contributing to chronic diseases?

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What is a benefit of health services mentioned in the content?

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Flashcards

Community Medicine

A branch of medicine focusing on health services to the community, emphasizing preventive and promotive care.

Health Problems Identification

The process of determining health issues within a defined population for targeted interventions.

Health Indicators

Statistics that provide information about the health status of a community.

Epidemiology Triad

A model explaining the interaction between agent, host, and environment in disease emergence.

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Comprehensive Health Care

A holistic approach providing preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services to the community.

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Community Diagnosis

Identification and quantification of health problems in a community.

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Clinical Diagnosis

Assessment made by a physician concerning individual health issues.

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Epidemiologist

A specialist who studies health trends in populations.

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Health Definition by WHO

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

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Physical Dimension of Health

Refers to the optimal functioning of all body organs and systems.

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Promotive Care

Care focused on promoting health and preventing illness.

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Rehabilitative Care

Care aimed at recovery and regaining function after illness.

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Intersectoral Coordination

Collaboration between various sectors for health improvement.

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Sickle Cell Disease

A hereditary disease caused by a defective gene leading to chronic health issues.

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Genetic Counseling

A service that helps individuals understand genetic conditions before marriage.

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Internal Environment

The body's internal organs and systems that affect health.

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External Environment

All external factors affecting health, such as air, water, and culture.

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Health Behavior

Cultural patterns and habits influencing health, like smoking and diet.

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Female Literacy

The education level of women, linked to health outcomes and societal well-being.

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Socioeconomic Conditions

Factors like education, occupation, and income that impact health status.

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Population Aging

The increase in the number of elderly people in the population.

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Signs of Physical Health

Indicators such as clean skin, bright eyes, and good appetite reflecting normal body function.

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Mental Health

A state of balance with the environment, stable emotions, and normal cognitive functions.

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Social Health

Being accepted and respected by family, friends, and society.

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Spiritual Health

Achieving harmony within oneself, embodying 'sound mind in a sound body'.

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Emotional Health

Ability to control emotions and respond to stress without losing temper.

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Definition of Disease

A condition where the body's functions are disrupted.

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Types of Diseases

Diseases can be congenital (born with) or acquired (infectious or non-infectious).

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Health Determinants

Factors affecting health, including genetics, environment, and lifestyle.

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Community Medicine Goals

To identify health problems and provide comprehensive care to a defined population.

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Operational Strategy in Community Medicine

Involves both active and passive strategies for providing health care to a geographic area.

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Epidemiology

The study of how diseases affect the health and illness of populations.

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Preventive Care

Health care aimed at preventing diseases before they occur.

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Community Diagnosis vs. Clinical Diagnosis

Community diagnosis involves the whole population, while clinical diagnosis focuses on individual patients.

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Health Problems Measurement

Identifying health issues by morbidity and mortality rates helps prioritize interventions.

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Dimensions of Health

Health includes physical, mental, and social aspects, not just the absence of diseases.

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Epidemiologist's Role

Epidemiologists assess health in populations and determine preventive actions.

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Nonmedical Dimensions of Health

Health also includes spiritual, emotional, vocational, and political aspects beyond physical and mental health.

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Preventive Care Aim

Preventive care focuses on avoiding diseases rather than just treating them once they occur.

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Rehabilitative Care Purpose

Rehabilitative care helps individuals recover and regain function after illness or injury.

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Morbidity vs. Mortality

Morbidity refers to disease prevalence, while mortality reflects death rates in a population.

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Physical Health Signs

Indicators are clean skin, bright eyes, good appetite, sound sleep, and regular bodily functions.

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Vocational Health

Capability to earn a living and lead a successful life.

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Environmental Factors

Elements that affect health, including internal body systems and external conditions.

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Lifestyle

Behavioral patterns and habits that influence an individual's health.

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Socioeconomic Status

An individual's economic and social position based on income, education, and occupation.

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Impact of Education

Illiteracy linked to higher rates of disease and death.

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Health Services

Resources like immunization and nutrition that promote health and prevent disease.

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Chronic Diseases

Long-term health conditions increasing with aging populations.

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Gender and Health

The influence of gender on health outcomes and access to services.

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Health Behavior Examples

Habits influencing health like alcohol use and multiple partners.

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Study Notes

Community Medicine Overview

  • Community medicine is a branch of medicine focused on the study of providing preventative, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services to the community at large. This is done through a comprehensive health care delivery system.

Course Outlines

  • Introduction to Community Medicine
  • Community Diagnosis
  • Health Concepts
  • Disease Concepts
  • Health Indicators
  • Prevention and Control
  • Epidemiology
  • Epidemiology Traid
  • Measurement of Health and Disease
  • Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases

Day One Outlines

  • Introduction to Community Medicine
  • Community Diagnosis
  • Concept of Health
  • Health Dimensions
  • Concept of Disease
  • Health Determinants

Introduction to Community Medicine (Detailed)

  • Community medicine studies the provision of preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services within a structured, community-based health care system.
  • The goal is to identify the specific health needs of the defined population and provide comprehensive health care solutions. The care should include preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services that are organized and evaluated.

Differences Between Community and Hospital Medicine

Feature Community Medicine Hospital Medicine
Service Area Defined geographic area Ill-defined/variable geographic area (catchment area for patients)
Operational Strategy Both active (providers and consumers on the move) and passive strategies Primarily passive (responsibility on patient to come to hospital)
Nature of Care Comprehensive (includes preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative services) Primarily curative (focus on treating illnesses)
Intersectoral Coordination Exists between health departments and related health sectors Minimally present

Community Diagnosis

  • Community diagnosis involves identifying and quantifying health problems within a community.
  • Key aspects include morbidity and mortality rates (disease and death) and their contributing factors.
  • Diagnosis helps in prioritizing health concerns and establishing control measures accordingly.

Differences Between Clinical and Community Diagnosis

Feature Clinical Diagnosis Community Diagnosis
Who makes the diagnosis Doctor (Physician) Epidemiologist
Focus Individual, sick patient Defined population, both sick and healthy people
Diagnosis approach Based on signs and symptoms, laboratory tests Surveys, natural history of disease, epidemiology investigations
Primary objective Treatment of individual illness Prevention, promotion, and evaluation of programs
Interest Technological advances Statistical values and patterns

Concept of Health and Disease

  • Health is defined by the WHO (World Health Organization) as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. This goes beyond the mere absence of disease.
  • Aspects of Health/Wellness include physical, mental, social, spiritual, emotional, vocational and political dimensions.
  • Disease is a condition in which the body or an organ malfunctions disrupting normal functioning. It's the opposite of health.

Types of Diseases

  • Congenital: Present at birth.
  • Acquired: Developed after birth.
    • Communicable
    • Non-communicable

Health Determinants

  • Various factors lead to differences in health status between individuals and communities.
  • Those factors include:
    • Genetics (biological factors)
    • Environmental factors (internal and external physical, biological, and social)
    • Lifestyle (habits and cultural practices)
    • Socioeconomic conditions (education, occupation, income)
    • Health services availability
    • Ageing of the population
    • Gender
    • Information and communication, science and technology, human rights and equity and social justice.

Specific Factors

  • Education: Illiteracy is strongly correlated with increased morbidity and mortality, particularly amongst women.
  • Occupation: Unemployment has a negative impact on psychological and social well-being. Some jobs also directly impact the health of workers.
  • Income: Income strongly influences the standard of living and overall health, impacting the availability of nutrition and access to essential healthcare services. Low socioeconomic status is associated with diseases such as malnutrition, tuberculosis, and parasitic infections. High socioeconomic status is linked to obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
  • Health Services: Availability of healthcare plays a significant role in disease prevention and the provision of essential services like immunizations or nutrition programs improving the health of the general population and prolonging life.
  • Aging of the Population and Gender: By 2020, a significant portion of the world's population will be aged 60 and older. This trend frequently coincides with a higher prevalence of chronic diseases and disabilities.
  • Others: The slides also mention information and communication, science and technology, human rights, equity, and social justice as factors influencing health status.

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