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What is an example of reverse causation?
What is an example of reverse causation?
Which of the following is NOT a core function of public health practice?
Which of the following is NOT a core function of public health practice?
What is the role of active surveillance in public health?
What is the role of active surveillance in public health?
Which organization is responsible for monitoring health indicators globally?
Which organization is responsible for monitoring health indicators globally?
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Which of the following diseases is considered endemic in certain regions?
Which of the following diseases is considered endemic in certain regions?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three core functions of public health practice?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three core functions of public health practice?
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What is a primary purpose of a logic model in public health?
What is a primary purpose of a logic model in public health?
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In the U.S. healthcare model, which of the following statements is true?
In the U.S. healthcare model, which of the following statements is true?
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What does the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach aim to achieve?
What does the Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach aim to achieve?
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Which of the following describes a significant challenge in implementing evidence-based practices?
Which of the following describes a significant challenge in implementing evidence-based practices?
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Qualitative data primarily includes which type of information?
Qualitative data primarily includes which type of information?
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Which healthcare model is characterized by government funding and healthcare delivered as a public service?
Which healthcare model is characterized by government funding and healthcare delivered as a public service?
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What was one of the great public health achievements of the 20th century?
What was one of the great public health achievements of the 20th century?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the sectors in public health?
Which of the following is NOT one of the sectors in public health?
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What are the three core functions of public health practice?
What are the three core functions of public health practice?
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Which model is primarily focused on health system coverage for the majority of Americans?
Which model is primarily focused on health system coverage for the majority of Americans?
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What is the primary purpose of logical models in public health?
What is the primary purpose of logical models in public health?
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Which of the following best defines implementation science?
Which of the following best defines implementation science?
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What is a significant characteristic of active surveillance in public health?
What is a significant characteristic of active surveillance in public health?
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Which of the following is NOT considered qualitative data in public health?
Which of the following is NOT considered qualitative data in public health?
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What is the primary difference between an epidemic and an endemic?
What is the primary difference between an epidemic and an endemic?
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Study Notes
Public Health Exam #4 - PH 101 Study Guide
- Core Functions of Public Health: Assessment, policy development, and assurance
- Public Health Practice: Views populations as complex, considering three core functions
- Logical Models: Used to understand relationships between components of a public health issue
- Beveridge Healthcare System: Government-funded healthcare system (e.g., UK NHS)
- US Healthcare System: Mix of public (Medicare/Medicaid) and private insurance; employer-based insurance covers most Americans
- Implementation Science: Study of methods to promote research into practice for improved health outcomes
- Effective Logistics Management: Planning, implementation, and control to ensure service delivery
- Health in All Policies (HiAP): Integrating health considerations into policymaking across sectors
- Logic Model Components: Inputs, Activities, Outputs, Outcomes
- Evidence-Based Practices: Taking research and implementing it effectively and sustainably
- Timeline for Implementing Evidence-Based Practices: Often takes 17 years
- Laws for Safer Workplaces: OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) is an example, reducing injuries and fatalities.
- Qualitative vs. Quantitative Data: Qualitative is descriptive (e.g., opinions, interviews), Quantitative is numerical (e.g., statistics, surveys)
- 10 Greatest Public Health Achievements of the 20th Century: Examples include vaccination, motor vehicle safety, workplace safety, control of infectious diseases, and tobacco control
- Reverse Causation: When the outcome is mistaken as the cause (e.g., poor health due to low income)
- Politics & Macrosocial Determinants of Health: Political decisions shape determinants like healthcare access, housing and education
- Federal Government Powers in Health: CDC, funding for programs like Medicaid/Medicare, regulation of public health policies
- Laws Related to Firearms: Background checks, safe storage laws, and restrictions reduce firearm related injuries
- CDC and 21st Century Achievements: Disease prevention, emergency preparedness, and general health promotion.
- Epidemic vs. Endemic: Epidemic is a sudden increase of cases (e.g., COVID-19), Endemic is regularly found in a population (E.g., Malaria)
- Active Surveillance: Proactively detecting outbreaks using data (case investigations).
- True Surveillance of Health Conditions: Systematic data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
- Public Health Assessment Non-function: Exclusion of providing direct clinical care
- Global Health System Engagement: WHO sets global health indicators and policies
- Top 5 Causes of Death in the US (2021): Heart disease, cancer, COVID-19, unintentional injuries. and stroke
- Surveillance Data: Disease rates, healthcare access, vaccination records
Sectors in Public Health
- Epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, social/behavioral sciences, health services, and global health
- Populations are complex due to social determinants, cultural diversity, and systemic inequalities.
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Prepare for your Public Health Exam #4 with this comprehensive study guide covering essential topics such as the core functions of public health, healthcare systems, and implementation science. Understand the role of logical models, evidence-based practices, and how health intersects with various policies for effective delivery of services.
