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Systems Thinking correct answers Self organizing, constantly changing, governed by feedback, non-linearity, tightly linked, history dependent, counter-intuitive are common ? characteristics Dynamic thinking, system-as-cause thinking, forest thinking, operational thinking, loop thinking correct answers Skills of systems thinking include ? high leverage point correct answers When a small amount of change force causes a large change in system behavior it is called a ? Convene stakeholders Collectively brainstorm Conceptualize effects Adapt and redesign Determine indicators Choose methods Select design Develop plan and timeline Set a budget Source funding correct answers Steps to Systems Thinking include ? Stock and flow diagrams correct answers quantitative system dynamics tools used for illustrating a system that can be used for model-based policy analysis in a simulated, dynamic environment. state-by-state; attribute chain maps correct answers Two types of stock and flow diagrams are ? 1. Aligning policies, priorities and perspectives 2. Managing and coordinating partnerships and expectations 3. Implementing and fostering ownership of interventions 4. Building capacity at the county level to apply a systems analytic perspective correct answers 4 key challenges in applying a systems perspective in PH settings ? 1. Convene multiple constituencies 2. Apply the whole systems view 3. Develop knowledge translation processes 4. Encourage an increased national understanding and global support correct answers 4 innovative approaches to applying the systems perspective in public health settings ? Systems thinking lacks scientific rigor; systems thinking is a rejection of traditional scientific views (not true) correct answers Two misconceptions about systems thinking include ? Inspire integrative learning, show potential of systems approaches, explore paradigms and perspectives, expand cross-category funding correct answers (8) Practical challenges that need to be addressed for systems thinking in PH include ?