Health and Society: Understanding the Social Determinants of Health

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT considered a key social determinant of health?

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Age

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Education

Question 2

In the UK, how do health outcomes differ between black and minority ethnic groups and white British people?

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Black and minority ethnic groups generally experience poorer health outcomes.

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White British people generally experience poorer health outcomes.

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There is no significant difference in health outcomes between these groups.

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The relationship between race and health outcomes in the UK is unclear.

Question 3

What is NOT considered a key social determinant of health?

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Genetics

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Access to healthcare

Question 4

The 'healthy immigrant effect' refers to:

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The initially good health of immigrants compared to the general population

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The rapid decline in health of immigrants over time

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The higher mortality rates among immigrants

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The increased use of healthcare services by immigrants

Question 5

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), what is one key element of health?

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State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being

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Absence of disease

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Ability to perform daily activities without limitation

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Presence of positive emotions

Question 6

The 'ecological model' of health emphasizes the influence of:

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Multiple levels of factors, from individual to societal

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Individual factors exclusively

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Social factors exclusively

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Environmental factors exclusively

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?

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Personal responsibility

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Income and wealth

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Education level

Question 8

According to research, individuals with lower socioeconomic status tend to:

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Have worse health outcomes

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Have better health outcomes

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Have similar health outcomes to higher socioeconomic groups

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Experience no health disparities related to socioeconomic status

Question 9

Which of the following policies is aimed at improving access to healthcare?

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Universal health coverage

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Privatization of healthcare

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Means-tested healthcare

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Free market healthcare

Question 10

What is the role of stress in the relationship between social factors and health?

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Stress can mediate the impact of social stressors on health

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Stress is irrelevant to the relationship between social factors and health

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Stress only affects health outcomes in high-stress situations

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Stress can improve health outcomes in certain circumstances

Question 11

Discuss the ethical considerations that arise when collecting and using data on the social determinants of health. Provide specific examples to illustrate your points.

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Prioritize individual privacy by ensuring confidentiality of personal information.

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Obtain informed consent from participants before data collection.

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Use data responsibly, avoiding bias and ensuring transparency in analysis and reporting.

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Limit data collection to publicly available sources to minimize ethical concerns.

Question 12

When addressing social determinants of health, what is a potential limitation of focusing solely on individual-level interventions?

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Individual-level interventions may not address the broader social and structural factors that contribute to health inequalities.

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Individual-level interventions are typically more cost-effective than population-level interventions.

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Individual-level interventions can usually be implemented more quickly than population-level interventions.

Question 13

Which of the following is not considered a key social determinant of health?

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Personality

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Gender

Question 14

Which socioeconomic factor has been consistently linked to poorer health outcomes?

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Lower education

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Higher income

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Stable employment

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Urban residence

Question 15

How can we measure health inequalities?

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All of the choices are correct.

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Using absolute measures (e.g., life expectancy gap)

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Using relative measures (e.g., mortality rate ratios)

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Using socioeconomic indicators (e.g., income inequality)

Question 16

The social model of health emphasizes:

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The influence of social, economic, and environmental factors on health

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The role of individual choices and behaviors in determining health

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The importance of medical interventions in promoting health

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The genetic predisposition to various health conditions

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT recognized by the World Health Organization as a primary social determinant of health?

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Genetic Predispositions

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Income and Wealth

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Education and Literacy

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT considered a key social determinant of health?

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Personal responsibility

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Gender

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?

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Political affiliation

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Socioeconomic status

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Gender

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Race and ethnicity

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?

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Individual lifestyle choices

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Socioeconomic status

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Race and ethnicity

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Access to healthcare

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT considered a social determinant of health?

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Genetic predisposition

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Physical environment

Question 22

How does social capital act as a mediator between socioeconomic status and health outcomes?

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Social capital provides resources and opportunities that improve health regardless of socioeconomic status.

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Social capital only benefits individuals with high socioeconomic status.

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Social capital has no impact on the relationship between socioeconomic status and health.

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Social capital's influence on health outcomes is only through its impact on income.

Question 23

Which of the following is **not** typically considered a social determinant of health?

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Lifestyle choices

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Socioeconomic status

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Race

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Gender

Question 24

Individuals from which socioeconomic status group are generally more likely to experience health disparities?

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Lower

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Upper

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Middle

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Mixed

Question 25

How does the concept of 'multi-morbidity' add complexity to our understanding of the relationship between social determinants of health and health outcomes?

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Multi-morbidity, the presence of multiple chronic conditions in an individual, complicates our understanding because it can mask the effects of individual social determinants on health outcomes.

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Multi-morbidity is irrelevant to the study of social determinants of health.

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Multi-morbidity only affects individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

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Multi-morbidity is a relatively new concept that has only recently been recognized in healthcare.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?

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Personal lifestyle choices

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Education

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Access to healthcare

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Social support networks

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a reason why health literacy is considered a social determinant of health?

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It is not evenly distributed across all socioeconomic groups.

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It allows individuals to access and understand health information.

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It empowers individuals to make informed health decisions.

Question 28

The correlation between healthcare expenditure and health outcomes is:

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Positive

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Negative

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Non-existent

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Indirect

Question 29

Which of the following is not considered a social determinant of health?

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Eye color

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Neighborhood environment

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Socioeconomic status

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Access to education

Question 30

Which concept is closely related to the social determinants of health?

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Health equity

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Medicalization

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Biological determinism

Question 31

Which ethical approach is most appropriate for addressing health inequities related to social determinants of health?

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Empowering individuals and communities

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Coercing individuals to change their behaviors

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Ignoring the problem altogether

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Focusing exclusively on medical interventions

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health?

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Biological or genetic factors

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Education

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Housing

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Income

Question 33

Socioeconomic status is a key determinant of health outcomes. Which of the following is a way in which poverty can negatively impact health?

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Reduced access to healthcare, education, and healthy food

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Higher levels of social support

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Increased physical activity levels

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Improved mental health

Question 34

Health equity means:

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The absence of unfair or avoidable health disparities among different population groups

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The achievement of optimal health for everyone

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The provision of equal access to healthcare for all

Question 35

Which of the following is a key policy implication of understanding the social determinants of health?

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Addressing health inequalities through social and economic policies

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Increasing the number of doctors and nurses

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Providing free healthcare for all citizens

Question 36

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) are a useful tool for assessing understanding, but they also have limitations. Which of the following is a limitation of using MCQs?

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They may not capture the full complexity of a topic

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They are too easy to guess

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They are not reliable

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They are biased against certain groups

Question 37

The 'social gradient in health' refers to:

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The tendency for health to improve as socioeconomic status increases

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The health gap between different racial and ethnic groups

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The increased risk of illness among people living in poverty

Question 38

Which of the following factors contributes to health disparities between urban and rural areas?

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Limited access to healthcare services in rural areas

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Higher levels of air pollution in urban areas

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Greater availability of healthy food options in urban areas

Question 39

The concept of 'intersectionality' refers to the:

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Overlapping and interconnected nature of social identities and experiences

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Increased risk of chronic diseases among individuals who experience multiple forms of discrimination

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Importance of considering multiple factors when assessing health outcomes