NEHA/REHS Review Questions and Correct Answers

NEHA/REHS Review Questions and Correct Answers How does the Institute of Medicine (IOM) defines the mission of public health? As "fulfilling society's interest in assuring conditions in which people can be healthy". What are the 10 Essential Public Health Services (ES)? 1. Monitor health 2. Diagnose and investigate 3. Inform, educate, and empower 4. Mobilize community partnerships 5. Develop policies and plans 6. Enforce laws and regulations 7. Link people to needed personal health services 8. Assure a competent workforce 9. Evaluate 10. Research What are three forces that may help shape the future of the environmental health profession? 1. Climate change and resulting ecosystem changes and natural disasters 2. Population growth and the global rise in standard of living resulting in faster deterioration of the natural environment 3. Novel or pharmaceutical-resistant pathogens