30 Questions
What is the primary concept that underlies the idea of health as a fundamental human right?
Quality of life
What is a key factor that can affect an individual's biology and health?
Genetic makeup and family history
Which population is biologically more prone to poorer health?
Older adults
What is an example of a genetic determinant of health?
Sickle cell disease
What is a major social investment?
Health maintenance
What is a worldwide social goal?
Health
What is the primary mechanism by which social environment influences the health of individuals, groups, and communities?
Through the interactions and relationships with family, friends, coworkers, and others in the community
Which of the following is an example of a physical environmental determinant that has a positive impact on health?
Areas to recreate and play
What is the primary goal of policies and interventions?
To promote health and prevent disease
Which of the following is an example of an individual behavioral determinant?
Hand washing
What is the impact of a clean physical environment on health?
It has a positive impact on health
What is the relationship between the social environment and health?
The social environment has a complex and nuanced impact on health
In a particular setting, who typically holds power?
Owners, stockholders, chief executive officers, and politicians
What is the primary consideration when determining the action to solve a health problem?
The action should be feasible and achievable within a short timeframe
Who needs to be convinced to take action in order to make a change?
Both those with direct authority and those who can influence them
What is the primary purpose of crafting an advocacy message?
To persuade the target audience to take action
Why is it important to state the action clearly and succinctly?
To ensure that the action is achievable and easy to understand
What is the benefit of achieving at least part of the action within a year or two?
To keep people interested and motivated in the advocacy effort
What is the primary factor that determines an individual's intention to perform a given behavior, according to the Theory of Planned Behavior?
Attitude towards the behavior
Which of the following best describes the concept of subjective norms in the Theory of Planned Behavior?
Social pressure from others to engage in a behavior
What is the ultimate goal of the Theory of Planned Behavior, according to Ajzen (2006)?
To explain all volitional behaviors
What is the relationship between attitude and subjective norms in the Theory of Planned Behavior?
Both attitude and subjective norms influence intentions
What is the role of intentions in the Theory of Planned Behavior, according to Ajzen (2006)?
Intention is an antecedent of behavior
What is the ultimate outcome of the Health Belief Model (HBM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior?
Behavioral modification
What is the primary reason why it is essential to consider social factors in preplanning an intervention?
To increase the likelihood of the target group being responsive to the intervention
What makes it unlikely that all individuals in a group will be identical, despite sharing similar characteristics?
The mix of social factors and psychological factors
What did Hopman-Rock et al.'s study on a health exercise and education programme in the Netherlands reveal?
That age is a significant determinant of participation
What is the purpose of obtaining demographic and statistical information about the target population?
To develop an accurate picture of the target population
What is the implication of internalized psychological factors in the identification of the target population?
They cannot be seen by others and require careful consideration
What is the benefit of considering both social and psychological factors in the development of an intervention?
It increases the likelihood of the intervention being effective
Explore the fundamental principles of health as a human right, its significance in productive life, and its intersectoral importance in development. Learn about the biological and genetic determinants of health and its maintenance as a social investment.
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