NU 657
Public Health
Promotion Review Exam
Q&A
2024
,1. In a study comparing health outcomes among urban and rural
populations, which factor was found to contribute significantly to health
disparities?
A) Genetic predispositions
B) Access to healthcare facilities
C) Dietary habits
D) Frequency of physical activities
**Answer: B** - Access to healthcare facilities. Rationale: Rural areas
often have fewer healthcare resources, leading to disparities in health
outcomes.
2. A global analysis of health disparities revealed that low-income
countries face a higher burden of which type of diseases?
A) Communicable diseases
B) Non-communicable diseases
C) Genetic diseases
D) Lifestyle-related diseases
**Answer: A** - Communicable diseases. Rationale: Poor sanitation
and limited access to healthcare contribute to the prevalence of
communicable diseases in low-income countries.
3. What social determinant of health is most associated with disparities in
mental health care across different ethnic groups?
A) Education level
B) Employment status
C) Health insurance coverage
D) Cultural beliefs
**Answer: C** - Health insurance coverage. Rationale: Insurance
coverage often dictates the accessibility and affordability of mental health
services, affecting various ethnic groups differently.
4. In addressing health disparities globally, which intervention is
considered most effective?
A) Implementing advanced medical technologies
B) Improving basic sanitation and water supply
C) Providing free gym memberships
D) Increasing fast-food regulations
**Answer: B** - Improving basic sanitation and water supply.
, Rationale: Many global health issues stem from poor sanitation, making
this intervention foundational for improving overall health.
5. During a case study on regional health disparities, it was found that
indigenous populations have a higher prevalence of which condition?
A) Asthma
B) Diabetes
C) Skin cancer
D) Osteoporosis
**Answer: B** - Diabetes. Rationale: Indigenous populations often face
barriers to healthcare and have higher rates of poverty, contributing to a
higher prevalence of diabetes.
6. A comparative study on health education in various regions showed that
lack of education leads to increased disparities in which area?
A) Vaccination rates
B) Hospital readmissions
C) Elective surgeries
D) Cosmetic procedures
**Answer: A** - Vaccination rates. Rationale: Education on the
importance of vaccinations can significantly affect public health,
especially in regions with limited healthcare access.
7. In examining the impact of environmental factors on health disparities,
which region's population is most affected by air pollution?
A) Sub-Saharan Africa
B) Southeast Asia
C) Eastern Europe
D) South America
**Answer: B** - Southeast Asia. Rationale: High levels of
industrialization without adequate regulations contribute to significant air
pollution, affecting the population's health.
1. Which of the following factors contribute to health disparities among
different populations?
a) Socioeconomic status
Public Health
Promotion Review Exam
Q&A
2024
,1. In a study comparing health outcomes among urban and rural
populations, which factor was found to contribute significantly to health
disparities?
A) Genetic predispositions
B) Access to healthcare facilities
C) Dietary habits
D) Frequency of physical activities
**Answer: B** - Access to healthcare facilities. Rationale: Rural areas
often have fewer healthcare resources, leading to disparities in health
outcomes.
2. A global analysis of health disparities revealed that low-income
countries face a higher burden of which type of diseases?
A) Communicable diseases
B) Non-communicable diseases
C) Genetic diseases
D) Lifestyle-related diseases
**Answer: A** - Communicable diseases. Rationale: Poor sanitation
and limited access to healthcare contribute to the prevalence of
communicable diseases in low-income countries.
3. What social determinant of health is most associated with disparities in
mental health care across different ethnic groups?
A) Education level
B) Employment status
C) Health insurance coverage
D) Cultural beliefs
**Answer: C** - Health insurance coverage. Rationale: Insurance
coverage often dictates the accessibility and affordability of mental health
services, affecting various ethnic groups differently.
4. In addressing health disparities globally, which intervention is
considered most effective?
A) Implementing advanced medical technologies
B) Improving basic sanitation and water supply
C) Providing free gym memberships
D) Increasing fast-food regulations
**Answer: B** - Improving basic sanitation and water supply.
, Rationale: Many global health issues stem from poor sanitation, making
this intervention foundational for improving overall health.
5. During a case study on regional health disparities, it was found that
indigenous populations have a higher prevalence of which condition?
A) Asthma
B) Diabetes
C) Skin cancer
D) Osteoporosis
**Answer: B** - Diabetes. Rationale: Indigenous populations often face
barriers to healthcare and have higher rates of poverty, contributing to a
higher prevalence of diabetes.
6. A comparative study on health education in various regions showed that
lack of education leads to increased disparities in which area?
A) Vaccination rates
B) Hospital readmissions
C) Elective surgeries
D) Cosmetic procedures
**Answer: A** - Vaccination rates. Rationale: Education on the
importance of vaccinations can significantly affect public health,
especially in regions with limited healthcare access.
7. In examining the impact of environmental factors on health disparities,
which region's population is most affected by air pollution?
A) Sub-Saharan Africa
B) Southeast Asia
C) Eastern Europe
D) South America
**Answer: B** - Southeast Asia. Rationale: High levels of
industrialization without adequate regulations contribute to significant air
pollution, affecting the population's health.
1. Which of the following factors contribute to health disparities among
different populations?
a) Socioeconomic status
