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How does the information from the CDC and WHO assist in current epidemiological work?
correct answers Both provide current health information on populations
What is the best definition of epidemiology? correct answers The study of various health-related
outcomes in a population.
A nurse is reviewing information about influenza rates in the population. The rates are at a level
the nurse would expect to see for the time of year. Which term would be used to describe this
finding? correct answers Endemic
The local health department issues warnings to residents of a community that a disease is
expected to reach pandemic levels. Which piece of information would this warning most likely
include? correct answers The disease mentioned will affect people in large areas and cross
international borders
Why is the trend data available from the CDC important in determining if outcomes are met in
public health? correct answers Trend data can be used to determine if interventions are successful
Primary Prevention includes both active and passive aspects of prevention. T or F? correct
answers True
Secondary prevention includes the use of a multidisciplinary team that works to maximize the
individual's potential and quality of life. T or F? correct answers False
Descriptive epidemiology involves the proposal of hypotheses and using statistical analysis to
answer questions. T or F? correct answers False
The _______ triangle is traditionally comprised of three factors: host, infectious agent, and the
environment. correct answers epidemiology
,What is the best definition of population health? correct answers The health outcomes of a group
of individuals
What is the focus of population health research? correct answers The study of interactions and
patterns of health determinants
Which outcome measure is of major importance in both public health and population health?
correct answers Infant mortality rate
Why is it important to know the reasons for infant mortality or similar outcomes? correct
answers The knowledge assists to develop policies and programs
Why is it important to consider social determinants of health when caring for individuals or
population groups? correct answers The social determinants of health influence health outcomes
in population groups
Social determinants of health are responsible for the health inequities within and between
countries. T or F? correct answers True
Population-based sampling for research is similar to convenience sampling and can be used
interchangeably. T or F? correct answers False
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) developed the Triple Aim Framework to
optimize health systems performance through new designs. T or F? correct answers True
Several governmental health agencies have population-based databases that can be used to
conduct original research. T or F? correct answers True
Why should deaths due to infectious diseases be considered estimates? correct answers The
cause of death reported on death certificates may be inaccurate
, What does the advanced model of the triangle of epidemiology have that the standard model is
lacking? correct answers The advanced model accounts for complexity, but the standard model
does not.
Which is a mode of transmission for the SARS virus? correct answers Airborne (droplet)
Which is both the portal of entry and the portal of exit for smallpox? correct answers The nose
and mouth
The epidemiology triangle includes the three components of an agent, host, and environment. T
or F? correct answers True
The chain of transmission requires two vulnerable hosts in order for an infection to be
transmitted. T or F? correct answers True
Noncontagious communicable diseases are transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. T or F?
correct answers False
Noncontagious communicable diseases do not require a mode of transmission to infect a host. T
or F? correct answers False
The concept of ______ health is based on the understanding that human health and civilization
depend on a flourishing natural systems correct answers planetary
What makes social epidemiology a distinct field? correct answers Studying the effects of
distributions of social determinants
Which is a social determinant of health? correct answers Transportation options
How does the information from the CDC and WHO assist in current epidemiological work?
correct answers Both provide current health information on populations
What is the best definition of epidemiology? correct answers The study of various health-related
outcomes in a population.
A nurse is reviewing information about influenza rates in the population. The rates are at a level
the nurse would expect to see for the time of year. Which term would be used to describe this
finding? correct answers Endemic
The local health department issues warnings to residents of a community that a disease is
expected to reach pandemic levels. Which piece of information would this warning most likely
include? correct answers The disease mentioned will affect people in large areas and cross
international borders
Why is the trend data available from the CDC important in determining if outcomes are met in
public health? correct answers Trend data can be used to determine if interventions are successful
Primary Prevention includes both active and passive aspects of prevention. T or F? correct
answers True
Secondary prevention includes the use of a multidisciplinary team that works to maximize the
individual's potential and quality of life. T or F? correct answers False
Descriptive epidemiology involves the proposal of hypotheses and using statistical analysis to
answer questions. T or F? correct answers False
The _______ triangle is traditionally comprised of three factors: host, infectious agent, and the
environment. correct answers epidemiology
,What is the best definition of population health? correct answers The health outcomes of a group
of individuals
What is the focus of population health research? correct answers The study of interactions and
patterns of health determinants
Which outcome measure is of major importance in both public health and population health?
correct answers Infant mortality rate
Why is it important to know the reasons for infant mortality or similar outcomes? correct
answers The knowledge assists to develop policies and programs
Why is it important to consider social determinants of health when caring for individuals or
population groups? correct answers The social determinants of health influence health outcomes
in population groups
Social determinants of health are responsible for the health inequities within and between
countries. T or F? correct answers True
Population-based sampling for research is similar to convenience sampling and can be used
interchangeably. T or F? correct answers False
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) developed the Triple Aim Framework to
optimize health systems performance through new designs. T or F? correct answers True
Several governmental health agencies have population-based databases that can be used to
conduct original research. T or F? correct answers True
Why should deaths due to infectious diseases be considered estimates? correct answers The
cause of death reported on death certificates may be inaccurate
, What does the advanced model of the triangle of epidemiology have that the standard model is
lacking? correct answers The advanced model accounts for complexity, but the standard model
does not.
Which is a mode of transmission for the SARS virus? correct answers Airborne (droplet)
Which is both the portal of entry and the portal of exit for smallpox? correct answers The nose
and mouth
The epidemiology triangle includes the three components of an agent, host, and environment. T
or F? correct answers True
The chain of transmission requires two vulnerable hosts in order for an infection to be
transmitted. T or F? correct answers True
Noncontagious communicable diseases are transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. T or F?
correct answers False
Noncontagious communicable diseases do not require a mode of transmission to infect a host. T
or F? correct answers False
The concept of ______ health is based on the understanding that human health and civilization
depend on a flourishing natural systems correct answers planetary
What makes social epidemiology a distinct field? correct answers Studying the effects of
distributions of social determinants
Which is a social determinant of health? correct answers Transportation options
