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?

    <p>Income</p> 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?

    <p>They can bring about changes for better or worse in health</p> 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'?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>Attitudes and behaviours of people living and working in the local community</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Policies and Strategies to Promote Social Equity in Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Level 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Treatment systems and disease management</p> 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?

    <p>Distal determinants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level do upstream interventions operate at?

    <p>Macro (distal) level</p> 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?

    <p>Proximal determinants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a proximal determinant of health?

    <p>Lifestyles and behavioural factors related to nutrition or smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>A river</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Health risks associated with smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Occupational hazards of smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Second-hand smoke affects children's health</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Both are addictive substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To prompt awareness about smoking risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying message of the combined images?

    <p>Smoking is a significant public health risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Economic, Human, Social, and Natural; Human, Financial, Social, and Physical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>Phase 2: Assure widespread adoption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They are primarily used in developing prevention strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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