Determinants of health definitions - Exam

Question 1

Wellbeing

Answer 1

refers to one’s physical health as well has mental happiness and prosperity

Question 2

Medicare

Answer 2

Federally funded government program to subsidise the cost of healthcare for Australian Citizens. Covers doctor’s visits, hospital stays in public hospitals and pharmaceuticals.

Question 3

Malnutrition

Answer 3

Poor health from insufficient food and nutrients. Due to not eating enough or eating food with low nutrient content.

Question 4

Burden of disease

Answer 4

A description oh how much disease and death is in a community. Measured by how many years of people live with disease, injury or illness and how many years they prematurely die.

Question 5

Fight or flight

Answer 5

The response the body has when in the face of danger. The body prepares to either stand and fight or run away.

Question 6

Natural Environment

Answer 6

The natural environment includes all the organisms, elements and landscapes found on earth such as air, water, climate, vegetation, animals, micro-organisms, soil and rocks.

Question 7

Built Environment

Answer 7

The built environment refers to aspects of our surroundings that were created or modified by people such as buildings, roads, communication networks, homes, schools and workplaces, recreation areas, transport systems and vehicles.