Social Sciences Module 2 Quiz

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What is considered a determinant of health for individuals?

Hair color

Favorite food

Income (correct)

Car make and model

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a determinant of health for individuals?

Autonomy and empowerment

Personal clothing choice (correct)

Housing and neighborhoods

Societal characteristics

How do determinants of health for populations differ from those of individuals?

There is no difference between individual and population determinants

They are not just an application of the individual perspective to the whole population (correct)

Individual and population determinants have no relation

Nature of determinants is exactly the same

Which factor may vary at different life stages?

Income Signup and view all the answers

In the context of determinants of health, what is the significance of societal characteristics, such as attitudes to alcohol or violence?

They can bring about changes for better or worse in health Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided blood pressure data, which group of individuals likely falls under the category of 'Kenyan nomads'?

Individuals with Systolic B.P. around 160 mm.Hg Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of social capital, as described in the community?

To provide an inclusive environment for people from diverse backgrounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the phrase that highlights the importance of social connections in achieving success?

It's not what you know, but who you know Signup and view all the answers

What influences the sense of what is normal and acceptable in a community?

Attitudes and behaviours of people living and working in the local community Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the publication referenced in the text?

Policies and Strategies to Promote Social Equity in Health Signup and view all the answers

What level is concerned with the environment, according to the text?

Level 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of downstream interventions in reducing high BP in the population?

Treatment systems and disease management Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe determinants of health that are distant in time and/or place from the change in health status?

Distal determinants Signup and view all the answers

Which level do upstream interventions operate at?

Macro (distal) level Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe determinants of health that are proximate or near to the change in health status?

Proximal determinants Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a proximal determinant of health?

Lifestyles and behavioural factors related to nutrition or smoking Signup and view all the answers

What is the analogy used to describe approaches to reducing high BP in the population?

A river Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the images depicting cigarettes and matchboxes?

Health risks associated with smoking Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the image of a construction worker holding an electric drill?

Occupational hazards of smoking Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the image of a father smoking around his kids?

Second-hand smoke affects children's health Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the images of cigarettes and alcohol?

Both are addictive substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the image of a question mark?

To prompt awareness about smoking risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying message of the combined images?

Smoking is a significant public health risk Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between ‘upstream’ and ‘downstream’ levels of action?

Upstream focuses on addressing root causes, while downstream focuses on treating symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

Which components make up the Living Standards Framework and 'The Four Capitals' used by the NZ Government?

Economic, Human, Social, and Natural; Human, Financial, Social, and Physical. Signup and view all the answers

How would you differentiate between ‘structure’ and ‘agency’ in the context of Module 2 readings?

Structure emphasizes external factors that shape behavior, while agency focuses on individual actions. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to identify both inequalities and inequities in public health?

Inequalities describe variation without judgment, while inequities are disparities deemed unfair or unjust. Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the Public Health Framework primarily deals with developing and testing prevention strategies?

Phase 2: Assure widespread adoption Signup and view all the answers

What role do risk factors play in phases 1 and 2 of the Public Health Framework?

They are primarily used in developing prevention strategies. Signup and view all the answers