HSC Exam 1 2022/2023 with 100% correct answers

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How did the WHO define health in 1946? How has that definition been modified? - ANSWERWHO defined it as "state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease... and infirmity". Now it is a dynamic state or condition of human organism that is multidimensional in nature, resource for living, and results from persons interactions with and adaptations to their environment. What is public health? - ANSWERactions that society takes collectively to ensure that the conditions in which people can be healthy can occur; most inclusive term What are the differences among community health, population health, and global health? - ANSWERCommunity health is health status of defined group of people, Population health is health status of people who aren't organized and have no identity as group, Global health is health problems/issues/concerns that transcend national boundaries What are the 5 major domains that determine a person's health? - ANSWERGenetic makeup of the person; social circumstances; environmental conditions; behavioral choices, availability of quality medical care. What is the difference between personal health activities and community and public health activities? - ANSWERPersonal health activities benefit the one person and that person chooses that action; Community health is aimed at protecting the whole community health Define the term community. - ANSWERCharacterized by membership, common symbols, shared values and norms, mutual influence, shared needs and commitment to meeting them, shared emotional connection What are the 4 main factors that affect the health of a community? Provide an example for each. - ANSWERPhysical factors; Social/cultural factors; community organization; individual behaviors Identify some of the major events of community/public health in each of the following periods of time: Early civilizations (prior to 500 C.E.) Middle Ages (500-1500 C.E.) Renaissance and Exploration (1500-1700 C.E.) The 18th century The 19th century - ANSWEREarly Civ=Code of Hammurabi; prescriptions Middle Ages=Greek men did games of strength; Romans created sewer system/hospitals Renaissance=believe disease caused by environmental; observation led to accurate symptoms; spread disease to New World 18th century=industrial growth; overcrowding; inadequate water supplies; Dr. Jenner vaccination for smallpox 19th century=better agriculture so better nutrition; epidemic's in major cities Shattuck report; modern era of public health begins Provide a brief explanation of the origins from which the followin [Show More]

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