Chapter 12 Essentials of Public Health 2nd Edition By Turnock

Chapter 12 Essentials of Public Health 2nd Edition By Turnock

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

Multiple Choice

1. Which of these best describes the role and duties of health professionals working in public health?

1. Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes
2. Promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health by assisting individuals and populations to adopt healthy lifestyles
3. Carry out discipline-specific professional practice roles within an organization
4. Planning, performing, or supervising technical and professional work within programs involving public health and consumer protection services

Ans: C

2. The number of nutritionists working in government agencies in the US is closest to which of the following?

1. 3,000
2. 10,000
3. 25,000
4. 100,000

Ans: B

3. The median salary for nutritionists working in government agencies in the US is closest to which of the following?

1. $50,000
2. $75,000
3. $90,000
4. $120,000

Ans: A

4. Which of the following essential public health services is least likely to be included in a public health nutritionist’s practice profile?

1. monitoring health status
2. informing, educating, empowering people about health issues
3. developing policies and plans
4. evaluating effectiveness, accessibility, and quality

Ans: C

5. Which of these professional organizations is most closely associated with public health nutritionists?

1. ADA
2. ANA
3. SOPHE
4. ACHE

Ans: A