Public Health Overview Quiz
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Which area is considered the largest contributor to Public/Community Health?

  • Family Health
  • Environmental Health (correct)
  • Vertical Disease Control programmes
  • Health Service Administration/Management
  • What is a primary focus within the field of Occupational Health?

  • Community dental health
  • Health Education (correct)
  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Mental health
  • Which of the following is a fundamental area of theoretical training needed for Public Health at the postgraduate level?

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Advanced Bioinformatics
  • Marketing in Health Services
  • History of Medicine and Public Health (correct)
  • Which emerging discipline focuses on the conservation of species and ecosystems?

    <p>Nature and bio-diversity conservation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the modern Health Management approach referred to as?

    <p>Primary Health Care (PHC) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the establishment of the Faculty of Community Medicine?

    <p>It emerged as the last broad specialty in the medical profession. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the Primary Care aspect of Public Health?

    <p>It is regarded as the older part of Public Health. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period did the PHC revolution occur?

    <p>1975 to 1978 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is NOT commonly associated with the dimensions of Public Health?

    <p>Community Welfare (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly includes disciplines of Public Health practice?

    <p>Preventive Medicine, Social Medicine, and Community Health (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of public health activities?

    <p>The health of the public as a whole (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following challenges does Nigeria face in public health management?

    <p>A triple burden of communicable, non-communicable diseases, and traumas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant limitation of the Nigerian Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)?

    <p>It is still limited years after its launch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical perspective is noted about the origins of health professions?

    <p>Medicine, nursing, and midwifery are described as the original health professions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has the public perception of preventive health services been affected in Nigeria?

    <p>People are largely unaware of available preventive health services. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of study focuses on the health and well-being of the aging population?

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    Which area of study is primarily concerned with the management and policy-making of health services?

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    Which area of study involves the use of statistical methods to analyze health data?

    <p>Biostatistics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of study emphasizes the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health?

    <p>One Health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of study focuses on the prevention of injuries and violence within communities?

    <p>Injury and Violence Prevention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT a major area of public health as defined in modern practices?

    <p>Management of personal finances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of public health according to C.E.A Winslow?

    <p>Organizing community efforts for health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a core feature of modern public health services?

    <p>Evidence-based practice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the prevention of disease through community action aimed at overall health improvement?

    <p>Primordial prevention (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the state in public health according to Beaglehole and Bonita?

    <p>To protect and promote the health of the public (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element identifies the importance of addressing social factors in health and disease?

    <p>Recognition of socio-economic determinants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best defines tertiary prevention in public health?

    <p>Rehabilitation of sick and disabled persons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options is NOT recognized as a fundamental element of public health?

    <p>Personal medical treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following job titles is specifically focused on teaching and educating individuals about health?

    <p>Health educator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these career options in public health could involve working directly with case studies and statistics concerning disease outbreaks?

    <p>Epidemiologist (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which career path might involve establishing a new organization to tackle specific health issues?

    <p>Non-profit founder (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential job role that focuses on managing health programs and ensuring their effectiveness in a community?

    <p>Health Programme Coordinator (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to public and private sectors, where else do public health graduates find job opportunities?

    <p>Self-employment options (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following careers is primarily focused on disease prevention and health promotion within communities?

    <p>Health Educator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is best known for its focus on global health initiatives and reducing poverty?

    <p>Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is primarily responsible for developing strategies to address public health issues in populations?

    <p>Health Planner (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a Disease Intervention Specialist primarily fulfill?

    <p>Implement disease prevention programs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is specifically geared towards providing mental health leadership at a public health level?

    <p>Director of Mental Health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change occurred in Venice in 1374 regarding public health?

    <p>The introduction of quarantine laws. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was recognized for distinguishing skin diseases in ancient Islamic medicine?

    <p>Avicenna/Razes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did sanitary police play in public health practices?

    <p>They implemented quarantine laws. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which report initially proposed public health services based on primary medical care in the UK?

    <p>The Lord Dawson's report (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Edwin Chadwick contribute to public health development?

    <p>He integrated community medicine with community health. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable effect of William Rathbone's work in 1859?

    <p>He established community nursing and midwifery practice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals is NOT associated with the development of public health?

    <p>Hippocrates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant transition occurred regarding public health services from 1968 to 1972 in the UK?

    <p>Evolution of community medicine within public health. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Community Medicine

    A field of medicine that emphasizes preventive care and health promotion within communities, focusing on addressing health issues at a population level.

    Public Health

    The area of medicine concerned with safeguarding and improving the health of communities through organized efforts.

    Primary Health Care (PHC)

    A movement in public health focused on providing healthcare in the community, particularly for those who are underserved.

    Social Medicine

    The field of medicine that focuses on the social and environmental influences on health.

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    Preventive Medicine

    The practice of preventing diseases and improving health through screenings, vaccinations, and other measures.

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    What is Public Health (PH)?

    The management of the health of the public.

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    How does Public Health differ from traditional medicine?

    A population-based approach that focuses on improving the health of the entire community, not just individual patients.

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    Why is a healthy nation considered a wealthy nation?

    The state of being healthy is a fundamental aspect of wealth and prosperity for a nation.

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    What is the current health system in Nigeria?

    A three-tier health system in Nigeria that unfortunately puts health on the concurrent list.

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    How were health and religion intertwined in ancient times?

    The combination of traditional medicine and religious practices in ancient times.

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    Vertical Disease Control Programs

    The branch of public health that focuses on preventing and controlling diseases through targeted programs.

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    Epidemiology

    The study of how diseases spread through populations and the factors that influence their occurrence.

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    Biostatistics

    The application of statistical methods to public health problems to understand health trends and evaluate interventions.

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    Environmental Health

    Deals with how the environment affects health, focusing on preventing disease and promoting well-being through interventions like sanitation and pollution control.

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    Health Education

    The branch of public health that promotes health and prevents disease through education and awareness.

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    Public Health (C.E.A Winslow's Definition)

    The science and art of organized community efforts to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health through things like sanitation, health education, and providing healthcare services.

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    Features of Modern Public Health

    Modern public health involves teamwork across multiple fields, works with different sectors like government and businesses, relies on scientific evidence for decisions, and aims to ensure all people have equal access to health resources.

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    Public Health's Four Major Areas

    Promotes positive health and vitality, preventing disease and injuries, providing early diagnosis and treatment, and helping people recover from illness or disability.

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    Collective Responsibility in Public Health

    The idea that the community as a whole shares responsibility for improving public health.

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    Role of the State in Public Health

    Governments have a key role in protecting and improving public health by creating policies, providing essential services, and supporting health initiatives.

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    Partnership with the Population in Public Health

    Working with people who benefit from public health programs to ensure their needs and perspectives are included.

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    Emphasis on Prevention in Public Health

    Putting more emphasis on preventing illness and promoting health before problems happen.

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    Socio-economic Determinants of Health

    Recognizing that issues like poverty, inequality, and lack of access to education can affect health.

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    Multidisciplinary/Interdisciplinary

    This area of study combines knowledge from different disciplines to address complex health issues. It often involves collaboration between experts from fields like medicine, public health, and social sciences.

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    Epidemiologist

    A profession focused on preventing and controlling diseases within communities, using data and research methods to identify and address health issues.

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    Health Programme Coordinator

    Professionals who manage and coordinate large-scale public health programs, ensuring their effectiveness and reaching targeted populations.

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    Environmental Health Career

    They work to protect public health by ensuring safe water, air, and food, and controlling pollution to prevent illness.

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    Researcher

    Professionals who study and practice public health research, contributing to the understanding and development of solutions to health problems.

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    Hippocrates' Influence on Medicine

    The separation of medicine from religious practices, initiated by Hippocrates, led to the development of medical and health care as a distinct field.

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    Hospitals and Public Service

    Beginning with religious missions, hospitals emerged as the primary model for providing medical care, transitioning healthcare from individual patient-healer relationships towards a more public service approach.

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    Islamic Contributions to Medicine

    Avicenna and Razi, Islamic scholars, made important contributions to understanding skin diseases, demonstrating the intellectual advancements of Islamic civilization in medicine.

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    Birth of Sanitary Public Health

    Venice's implementation of quarantine laws in 1374 marked the beginning of organized public health initiatives. These laws addressed the spread of infectious diseases following trans-Mediterranean trade.

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    Integrating Doctors into Public Health

    The realization that doctors could improve public health led to their integration into public health efforts, alongside initiatives like sanitation.

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    Advancement of Public Health Practices

    Preventive and social medicine emerged as fields within public health, focusing on disease prevention and addressing social determinants of health.

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    Key Figures in Public Health Development

    Significant contributions from individuals like James Lind, Edward Jenner, John Howard, and Sir Robert Peel were crucial for developing modern public health practices.

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    Chadwick and Simon's Contributions

    Edwin Chadwick and John Simon, through integrating community medicine and health, played a pivotal role in shaping how public health is practiced in England.

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    What is an epidemiologist?

    A professional who investigates patterns of diseases and health issues in populations to understand their causes, spread, and potential interventions.

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    What does a health educator do?

    A health professional who educates individuals and communities about health issues and promotes healthy behaviors.

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    What is a disease control specialist?

    A specialist who works to control and prevent the spread of infectious diseases through public health measures.

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    What is a community health coordinator?

    A professional who coordinates and implements public health programs within specific communities to address their health priorities.

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    What are some international organizations that offer public health opportunities?

    A professional who works with organizations like WHO and UNICEF to improve global health outcomes.

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    Study Notes

    Historical Perspective (5)

    • The Faculty of Community Medicine was established as the last broad specialty of the medical profession, hence its continuing problems with vertical public health
    • It may be and actually generally practiced by others other than community nurse-midwives and physicians within disciplinary PH
    • Primary care as the older part of the PH of PHS.
    • The PHC revolution emerged between 1975 & 1978 as a repeat of the hospitalia movement, the civil revolutions in the PH of PHS that eventually gave birth to the Pennsylvania Hospital (1751)

    Confusing Nomenclature

    • Hygiene
    • Public Health
    • Preventative Medicine
    • Social Medicine
    • Preventative and Social Medicine
    • Community Health
    • Community Medicine
    • Public Health Medicine
    • Public Health

    Dimensions of Public Health

    • Preventative Medicine
    • Social Medicine
    • Preventative and Social Medicine
    • Community Health
    • Community Medicine

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