NCCHC CCHP Exam, CCHP Final Exam –
Quizzes with Complete Solutions
Which of the following is a key principle of the medical model in correctional health care?
A) Punishment is the primary goal
B) Inmates are not entitled to medical care
✔✔C) Health care should be based on clinical needs
D) Health care is secondary to security
What is the most common mental health disorder found in incarcerated populations?
A) Schizophrenia
✔✔B) Major depressive disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Generalized anxiety disorder
Which of the following is a vital sign that should be routinely monitored in a correctional
setting?
A) Blood sugar levels
B) Height and weight
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,✔✔C) Body temperature
D) Respiratory rate
What type of health care is mandated for inmates under the Eighth Amendment?
A) Preventive care
✔✔B) Adequate medical care
C) Specialty care only
D) Elective procedures
Which of the following practices is essential for infection control in correctional facilities?
A) Using shared personal items
B) Neglecting sanitation procedures
✔✔C) Regular hand washing and hygiene education
D) Providing minimal health education
What is a common barrier to healthcare access for inmates?
A) Overabundance of healthcare providers
✔✔B) Transportation issues within the facility
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, C) Excessive funding for health services
D) Lack of medical knowledge among inmates
Which of the following is a component of comprehensive health care in correctional facilities?
A) Focus on punishment rather than care
B) Ignoring chronic conditions
✔✔C) Continuity of care and follow-up
D) Isolated health services
What role does mental health screening play in correctional health care?
A) It is optional and rarely performed
✔✔B) It helps identify inmates needing mental health services
C) It serves as a punitive measure
D) It has no impact on overall health care
How often should inmates receive health assessments?
A) Only during emergencies
B) Annually
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Quizzes with Complete Solutions
Which of the following is a key principle of the medical model in correctional health care?
A) Punishment is the primary goal
B) Inmates are not entitled to medical care
✔✔C) Health care should be based on clinical needs
D) Health care is secondary to security
What is the most common mental health disorder found in incarcerated populations?
A) Schizophrenia
✔✔B) Major depressive disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Generalized anxiety disorder
Which of the following is a vital sign that should be routinely monitored in a correctional
setting?
A) Blood sugar levels
B) Height and weight
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,✔✔C) Body temperature
D) Respiratory rate
What type of health care is mandated for inmates under the Eighth Amendment?
A) Preventive care
✔✔B) Adequate medical care
C) Specialty care only
D) Elective procedures
Which of the following practices is essential for infection control in correctional facilities?
A) Using shared personal items
B) Neglecting sanitation procedures
✔✔C) Regular hand washing and hygiene education
D) Providing minimal health education
What is a common barrier to healthcare access for inmates?
A) Overabundance of healthcare providers
✔✔B) Transportation issues within the facility
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, C) Excessive funding for health services
D) Lack of medical knowledge among inmates
Which of the following is a component of comprehensive health care in correctional facilities?
A) Focus on punishment rather than care
B) Ignoring chronic conditions
✔✔C) Continuity of care and follow-up
D) Isolated health services
What role does mental health screening play in correctional health care?
A) It is optional and rarely performed
✔✔B) It helps identify inmates needing mental health services
C) It serves as a punitive measure
D) It has no impact on overall health care
How often should inmates receive health assessments?
A) Only during emergencies
B) Annually
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