Native American Health and Indian Health Service Quiz
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All native cultures believe in a Supreme ______

Being

A spiritual person is one who screws up every day and keeps coming back to the ______

Creator

Approximately 22% of Native Americans live on tribal ______ according to the 2010 census

lands

Less than 50% of houses are connected to public ______ systems

<p>sewer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Households with very low ___ ___ report multiple indications of disrupted eating patterns and reduced food

<p>food security</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Mississippi Band of ____ Indians is the only Federally-recognized American Indian tribe in MS

<p>Choctaw</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of the Indian Health Service (IHS)?

<p>To raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many federally recognized Tribes are encompassed by the terms 'Native American,' 'American Indians,' and 'Indian Peoples'?

<p>573</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the relationship between the federal government and the Tribes in the context of the Indian Health Service (IHS)?

<p>It is based on Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution, established in 1787.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the strategic goals of the Indian Health Service (IHS)?

<p>To ensure comprehensive, culturally appropriate health services; To promote excellence through innovation; To strengthen program management and operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many American Indians and Alaska Natives in the US are estimated to receive healthcare from the Indian Health Service (IHS)?

<p>Approximately 2.56 million out of 5.2 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians?

<p>It is the only Federally-recognized American Indian tribe in Mississippi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some immediate effects of discrimination and stress on Native Americans?

<p>Hypervigilance/stress, impaired working memory, impaired self-regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are food deserts and how are they characterized?

<p>Areas void of fresh foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue with food swamps?

<p>Abundance of fast and junk food options without healthy and affordable alternatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some key issues faced by Native American households in terms of housing?

<p>Overcrowding, inadequate housing, lack of basic amenities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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