Module 3 Quiz-PHC4101 (with Verified Answers)

What is the core function of epidemiology? correct answers primarily assessment What is the core function of SBS? (social and behavioral science) correct answers primarily policy development What is SBS? correct answers - using public health data and research to design and implement public health intervenions - health education and health behavior What is SBS concerned with? correct answers changing behavior (individuals and groups) and improving social environments What happened during the 20th century in reference to infectious diseases? (one +, one -) correct answers control of infectious diseases IMPROVED ... however the burden of disease and mortality shifted to chronic diseases (many more personal factors and behavioral components compared to infectious diseases) What behaviors relate to the leading causes of death in the US? correct answers 1. tobacco 2. poor diet and inactivity 3. alcohol use In the government and public health in general, what are the two basic approaches to changing or affecting health behaviors? correct answers education and regulation What are some examples of PH education? correct answers - surgeon generals' reports and warnings - FDA food guide - in-school education programs (sex ed, physical ed) - public service announcements What are some examples of PH regulation? correct answers - seat belt, helmet laws - age restrictions on alcohol, tobacco - immunization - health exam for medical licenses - smoking bans - trans-fat bans - deeming substances illegal What are the goals of SBS? correct answers - help people adopt NEW behaviors - help people cease OLD behaviors - reinforce HEALTHY behaviors - ensure a SUPPORTIVE and HEALTHY environment