Deck 2: Organizations That Help Shape Community and Public Health

Question 1

The power to arrest someone who refuses to undergo treatment for a communicable disease lies with a:

A) community health nurse.
B) member of the local board of health.
C) local health officer.
D) scientist within the NIH.

Answer 1

C
Explanation: The local health officer has far-reaching powers, including the power to arrest someone who refuses to undergo treatment for a communicable disease.

Question 2

Nongovernmental health agencies are funded primarily by:

A) private donations.
B) tax dollars.
C) fees for services.
D) grants from the state health department.

Answer 2

A
Explanation: Nongovernmental health agencies are funded by private donations or, in some cases, by membership dues.

Question 3

Historically, communities have always taken aggressive actions to deal with health issues.

Answer 3

False
Explanation: For much of history, community and public issues were addressed only on an emergency basis.

Question 4

Highly organized and developed resources in our national institutions and organizations can be a hindrance for communities to respond effectively to their own problems.

Question 5

One of the World Health Organization's most noteworthy achievements was helping to eradicate smallpox.

Question 6

The Department of Health and Human Services is the only entity under the federal government that plays a role in our nation's health.

Question 7

The core functions of public health are utilized by state health agencies.

Question 8

Describe the organization of the World Health Organization (WHO).

Question 9

List at least two federal agencies other than the Department of Health and Human Services that contribute to the betterment of our nation's health, and explain how they do this.