HTHRHSC 3400 Test 1 Study Guide
Attributable Risk correct answers assessing how much illness is
due to a particular factor
Balanced State correct answers body, mind & spirit (Ayurveda)
Determinants of Health (Lalonde, 1974) correct answers 1)
genetics/biological: predisposition to disease
2) lifestyle/human behaviors: exercise or smoking
3) environment: housing and pollution
4) health care: access and utilization
Dimensions of Health correct answers global, environmental,
societal and individual factors (emotional, physical, mental,
social, sexual, and spiritual health)
Empowerment correct answers highlights strong link between
individuals' and communities' senses of power and health;
healthy people/communities help themselves
Environmental Factors (examples) correct answers geographical
location (zip code); resources available (supermarkets); harder
to change
Epidimiologic Transition correct answers a phase of
development witnessed by a sudden and stark increase in
population growth rates brought about by medical innovation in
disease or sickness therapy and treatment, followed by a re-
leveling of population growth from subsequent declines in
fertility rates; accounts for the replacement of infectious diseases
, by chronic diseases over time due to expanded public health and
sanitation
Epidimiology correct answers the specific study of the
distribution and causes of health and disease in defined
populations; used in public health to inform policy and practice
through the identification of risk factors for disease
Functionality correct answers mobility; skill-based tasks;
capacity to fulfill critical life functions
Genetic/Biological Factors (examples) correct answers breast
cancer gene; genetic codes; family history
Goodness of Fit correct answers the extent to which observed
data match the values expected by theory
Growth correct answers progressive; determined by lifestyle
choices and behaviors at life stages
Health Care Factors (examples) correct answers access to
healthcare; ER may be the only choice; affected by proximity or
finances
Health Education correct answers involves providing
individuals with information in relation to health related topics
Health Frames of Reference correct answers -Antithesis of
Disease
-Balanced State
-Growth
Attributable Risk correct answers assessing how much illness is
due to a particular factor
Balanced State correct answers body, mind & spirit (Ayurveda)
Determinants of Health (Lalonde, 1974) correct answers 1)
genetics/biological: predisposition to disease
2) lifestyle/human behaviors: exercise or smoking
3) environment: housing and pollution
4) health care: access and utilization
Dimensions of Health correct answers global, environmental,
societal and individual factors (emotional, physical, mental,
social, sexual, and spiritual health)
Empowerment correct answers highlights strong link between
individuals' and communities' senses of power and health;
healthy people/communities help themselves
Environmental Factors (examples) correct answers geographical
location (zip code); resources available (supermarkets); harder
to change
Epidimiologic Transition correct answers a phase of
development witnessed by a sudden and stark increase in
population growth rates brought about by medical innovation in
disease or sickness therapy and treatment, followed by a re-
leveling of population growth from subsequent declines in
fertility rates; accounts for the replacement of infectious diseases
, by chronic diseases over time due to expanded public health and
sanitation
Epidimiology correct answers the specific study of the
distribution and causes of health and disease in defined
populations; used in public health to inform policy and practice
through the identification of risk factors for disease
Functionality correct answers mobility; skill-based tasks;
capacity to fulfill critical life functions
Genetic/Biological Factors (examples) correct answers breast
cancer gene; genetic codes; family history
Goodness of Fit correct answers the extent to which observed
data match the values expected by theory
Growth correct answers progressive; determined by lifestyle
choices and behaviors at life stages
Health Care Factors (examples) correct answers access to
healthcare; ER may be the only choice; affected by proximity or
finances
Health Education correct answers involves providing
individuals with information in relation to health related topics
Health Frames of Reference correct answers -Antithesis of
Disease
-Balanced State
-Growth
