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What is a core function of public health services?
What is a core function of public health services?
Which of the following best describes the role of public health practitioners?
Which of the following best describes the role of public health practitioners?
In which sector is the execution of core public health functions NOT typically found?
In which sector is the execution of core public health functions NOT typically found?
What element is essential for improving public health outcomes?
What element is essential for improving public health outcomes?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of public health services as per their core functions?
Which of the following is NOT a component of public health services as per their core functions?
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What is the primary leadership role traditionally held in public health practice?
What is the primary leadership role traditionally held in public health practice?
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Which aspect is most significant in the decision-making process of a public health practitioner?
Which aspect is most significant in the decision-making process of a public health practitioner?
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What distinguishes a general goal from specific objectives in public health practice?
What distinguishes a general goal from specific objectives in public health practice?
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Which of the following best describes a responsibility of a public health practitioner in program management?
Which of the following best describes a responsibility of a public health practitioner in program management?
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Which role is NOT typically associated with a public health practitioner?
Which role is NOT typically associated with a public health practitioner?
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Which governance structure is specifically mentioned for steering the health system of Nigeria?
Which governance structure is specifically mentioned for steering the health system of Nigeria?
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What is one challenge associated with the 3-tier health system in Nigeria?
What is one challenge associated with the 3-tier health system in Nigeria?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as an important policy document available to public health practitioners in Nigeria?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an important policy document available to public health practitioners in Nigeria?
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What aspect is emphasized for sustainable public health service delivery in Nigeria?
What aspect is emphasized for sustainable public health service delivery in Nigeria?
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What should be avoided in the context of technology use in public health services in Nigeria?
What should be avoided in the context of technology use in public health services in Nigeria?
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What was a primary focus of the 4th National Development Plan (1981-1985)?
What was a primary focus of the 4th National Development Plan (1981-1985)?
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Which figure is associated with formulating a national health policy in Nigeria during the 5th National Development Plan?
Which figure is associated with formulating a national health policy in Nigeria during the 5th National Development Plan?
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Who was the first Indigenous Minister of Health in Nigeria?
Who was the first Indigenous Minister of Health in Nigeria?
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Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as a contributor to public health services in Nigeria?
Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as a contributor to public health services in Nigeria?
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What key concept did the 3rd Development Plan (1975-1980) attempt to create?
What key concept did the 3rd Development Plan (1975-1980) attempt to create?
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Which public health activity in Nigeria focuses specifically on tuberculosis control?
Which public health activity in Nigeria focuses specifically on tuberculosis control?
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What is a significant barrier to an effective public health response in Nigeria related to health equity?
What is a significant barrier to an effective public health response in Nigeria related to health equity?
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Which of the following issues is NOT listed as a challenge to public health practice in Nigeria?
Which of the following issues is NOT listed as a challenge to public health practice in Nigeria?
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Which of the following public health initiatives in Nigeria is specifically related to maternal and child health?
Which of the following public health initiatives in Nigeria is specifically related to maternal and child health?
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What factor is associated with the observed fragmentation of health services in Nigeria?
What factor is associated with the observed fragmentation of health services in Nigeria?
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In which settings is public health primarily practiced in Nigeria?
In which settings is public health primarily practiced in Nigeria?
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What is a key characteristic of civil servants in public health service in Nigeria?
What is a key characteristic of civil servants in public health service in Nigeria?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between governance and public health in Nigeria?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between governance and public health in Nigeria?
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What challenges does the three-tier health system in Nigeria pose for public health practice?
What challenges does the three-tier health system in Nigeria pose for public health practice?
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What role does the State Ministry of Health (SMoH) play in Nigeria's health governance?
What role does the State Ministry of Health (SMoH) play in Nigeria's health governance?
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What is a significant challenge faced by public health practice in Nigeria?
What is a significant challenge faced by public health practice in Nigeria?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as a challenge in public health practice in Nigeria?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a challenge in public health practice in Nigeria?
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Which of the following is highlighted as a way forward for public health practitioners in Nigeria?
Which of the following is highlighted as a way forward for public health practitioners in Nigeria?
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What contributes to good public health practice according to the content provided?
What contributes to good public health practice according to the content provided?
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What should public health practitioners focus on to improve their professional relevance?
What should public health practitioners focus on to improve their professional relevance?
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What significant event in public health history occurred in Nigeria in 1841?
What significant event in public health history occurred in Nigeria in 1841?
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Who successfully used quinine for the treatment of malaria in Nigeria in 1854?
Who successfully used quinine for the treatment of malaria in Nigeria in 1854?
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What was the primary focus of the third national development plan (1975-1980) in Nigeria?
What was the primary focus of the third national development plan (1975-1980) in Nigeria?
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What was a key health focus of the fifth national development plan (1987-1991)?
What was a key health focus of the fifth national development plan (1987-1991)?
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In what year was the first attempt at national health planning in Nigeria made?
In what year was the first attempt at national health planning in Nigeria made?
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What was one of the major health developments in Nigeria during colonial rule?
What was one of the major health developments in Nigeria during colonial rule?
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Which key figure is associated with public health development in Nigeria during the fifth national development plan?
Which key figure is associated with public health development in Nigeria during the fifth national development plan?
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Which of the following statements is true about the national health plans from 1960-1974?
Which of the following statements is true about the national health plans from 1960-1974?
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What is the primary aim of the National Health Policy in Nigeria?
What is the primary aim of the National Health Policy in Nigeria?
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Which strategy is NOT part of the suggested implementation of PHC in Nigeria?
Which strategy is NOT part of the suggested implementation of PHC in Nigeria?
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What role does the Local Government Authority (LGA) have in PHC in Nigeria?
What role does the Local Government Authority (LGA) have in PHC in Nigeria?
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Who primarily sustains the implementation of PHC in Nigeria?
Who primarily sustains the implementation of PHC in Nigeria?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of polyvalent officers in Nigeria?
Which of the following is a characteristic of polyvalent officers in Nigeria?
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Which public health activity does NOT fall under the responsibilities of the Federal Ministry of Health?
Which public health activity does NOT fall under the responsibilities of the Federal Ministry of Health?
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Which type of officer spends the largest proportion of their time in the community?
Which type of officer spends the largest proportion of their time in the community?
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Which agency is primarily involved in disease surveillance in Nigeria's public health system?
Which agency is primarily involved in disease surveillance in Nigeria's public health system?
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Study Notes
Public Health Practice
- Government sponsored activities support the health of the population
- Public health professionals, agencies, and individuals work to improve population health
- The art and science of action to improve health for communities
- Translate evidence-based science to improve health outcomes
- Assessment, policy development, and assurance carried out in the function of providing public services
- In the practice, skills and knowledge acquired, together with professional ethics
Core Functions of Public Health Service
- Assessing and monitoring the health of the population
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs
- Identifying and dealing with environmental hazards
- Communicating with people and organizations to promote public health
Core Functions of PH Service (2)
- In Nigeria, execution of core functions occurs in the Civil Service at Federal, State, or Local Government levels
- Governance and policy formulation
- Organized private sectors (OPS)
- Any person involved in any PH core function is considered a Public Health Practitioner
- Traditionally multidisciplinary; centers on the
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Test your knowledge on the essential core functions of public health services. This quiz covers the roles and responsibilities of public health practitioners and the key elements that influence public health outcomes. Assess your understanding of public health program management and decision-making processes.
