0 Lec Q - Occupational and Environmental Health Quiz

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Which of the following is considered a type of environmental hazard?

Psychosocial hazards - All of the following (correct)
Chemical hazards
Physical hazards
Biologic hazards

What is the main goal of occupational health?

To reduce sick absenteeism
To reduce industrial accidents
To prevent occupational hazards/diseases (correct)
To achieve maximum human efficiency and machine efficiency

Which federal agency is responsible for regulating occupational health and safety in the United States?

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
National Occupational Health Service directorate
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a major category of occupational illness?

Psychiatric disorders (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental concern of environmental health?

The health of populations (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a biologic hazard?

HIV (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the field of environmental health?

Anthropogenic hazards (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which country is mentioned as rapidly industrializing in the text?

Saudi Arabia (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of occupational health according to the joint international labor organization committee?

The highest degree of physical, mental, and social well-being of workers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of safety hazards mentioned in the text?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes occupational and environmental health?

The prevention of illnesses and injuries resulting from hazardous environmental exposures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'environment' encompass in the modern concept?

Social and economic conditions only (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of occupational and environmental health?

To ensure that the conditions in which people live and work are healthy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is environmental health concerned with?

All aspects of the natural and built environments that affect individual and population health (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some environmental health threats that have increased the need for environmental health professionals?

Environmental health threats associated with global warming and climate change (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of public health in occupational and environmental health?

To ensure that the conditions in which people live and work are healthy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is firmly rooted in the scientific understanding of the world in terms of ?

Environmental health (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of diseases spread through unsafe drinking water mentioned in the text?

E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does occupational and environmental health aim to prevent?

Illnesses, injuries, and other adverse health conditions resulting from hazardous environmental exposures (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an environmental health threat mentioned in the text?

Cancer-causing chemicals and toxins - All of the following (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of physical hazard mentioned in the text?

Heavy lifting (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a major category of occupational illness mentioned in the text?

Endocrine disorders (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which federal agency is responsible for regulating environmental health in the United States?

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the field of environmental health?

Identifying and managing environmental hazards (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Occupational and Environmental Health = Recognition, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention of illnesses, injuries, and other adverse health conditions resulting from hazardous environmental exposures in the workplace, the home, and the community Environment = All the External factors - Living and Non-Living Material and Non-Material — which surrounds man Environmental Health = A public health specialty field that is concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environments that affect individual and population health Public Health = Collectively ensuring that the conditions in which people live and work are healthy Signup and view all the answers

Match the following examples of environmental health threats with their descriptions:

Air pollution = Can cause cardiovascular and respiratory diseases Food contamination = Can lead to deadly outbreaks caused by E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria Unsafe drinking water = Can spread diseases Exposure to harmful chemicals = Can cause cancer and other adverse health conditions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Hazardous environmental exposures = Conditions that can lead to illnesses, injuries, and other adverse health conditions Social and Economic conditions = Factors that are part of the modern concept of environment Recognition, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention = Key actions in the field of Occupational and Environmental Health Natural and built environments = Aspects that Environmental Health is concerned with Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of hazards with their descriptions:

Safety Hazards = These are the most common and include unsafe conditions that can cause injury, illness, and death Chemical Hazards = These include heavy metals, pesticides, and organic solvents Biologic Hazards = These include bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that may be transmitted through air, water, food, or direct contact Psychosocial Hazards = These include high stress workplaces and urban congestion Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of disorders with their descriptions:

Musculoskeletal Disorders = These can result from heavy lifting or repetitive or awkward or forceful movements Respiratory Disorders = These can be caused by exposure to certain chemicals or substances at work Neurologic and Psychiatric Disorders = These can include hearing impairment and stress Skin Disorders = These can be caused by exposure to certain chemicals or substances at work Signup and view all the answers

Match the following goals with their descriptions in the context of occupational health:

To reduce industrial accidents = This is a goal of occupational health to ensure worker safety To achieve maximum human efficiency and machine efficiency = This is a goal of occupational health to optimize productivity To prevent occupational hazards/diseases = This is a goal of occupational health to protect workers' health To reduce sick absenteeism = This is a goal of occupational health to maintain a productive workforce Signup and view all the answers

Match the following federal agencies with their areas of responsibility:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) = Regulates occupational health and safety in general Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) = Regulates occupational health and safety in the mining industry Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) = Regulates environmental health and safety National Occupational Health Service = Based at the Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia Signup and view all the answers