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| not the mere absence of disease, it is complete physical and social well being |
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| the science of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting physical health through organized community efforts |
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| What are the seven characteristics of public health solutions? |
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1.not hazardous to life
2.effective in reducing target condition
3.easily and effectively implemented
4.potency maintained for a substantial time
5.attainable regardless of status
6.effective immediately
7.inexpensive and within means of community |
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| What is the patient in terms of pubic health? |
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| What is the exam in terms of public health? |
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| What is the diagnosis in terms of public health? |
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| What is the treatment planning in terms of public health? |
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| What is treatment in terms of public health? |
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| What is fee/payment in terms of public health? |
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| What is patient evaluation in terms of public health? |
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| What are the four agencies of the department of health and human services? (DHHS) |
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1.Administration on aging(AOA)
2.Administration for children and families (ACF)
3.Centers for medicals and medicaid services(CMS)
4.Public health service) |
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| Which of these 4 agencies has more agencies under it? |
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| public health services(PHS) |
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| Medicare is for BLANK people, medicaid is for BLANK people. |
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| Medicare is for old people, medicaid is for poor people. |
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| What are the core functions of public health agencies? |
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-assessment
-policy development
-assurance |
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| What are the 6 functions of public health? |
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-prevents epidemics
-protects against environmental hazards
-prevents injuries
-promotes and encourages healthy behaviors
-responds to disasters and assists communities in recovery
-ensures quality and accessibility of health services |
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| What are the ten greatest public health accomplishments of the 20th century? |
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See page 11
1.decline in coronary heart disease deaths
2.acknowledgment of tobacco as a health hazard
3.vaccines(smallpox, measles, mumps, ruebella)
4.car safety/no drinking and driving
5.control of infectious diseases, clean water
6.40% reduction in job injuries
7.cleaner and healthier food
8.improved prenatal care
9.greater access to contraceptives
10.fluoride in water |
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| What are the six roles of the dental hygienist |
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1.service provider/clinician
2.health educator/wellness promoter
3.consultant/resource person
4.consumer advocate/change agent
5.researcher
6.administrator/manager |
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