module 3 Flashcards
(12 cards)
1
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top causes of infant and child mortality worldwide
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- pneumonia/lower resp disorders
- preterm birth and neonatal disorders
- diarrheal diseases
- congenital defects
- infectious diseases
2
Q
top causes of infant mortality in US
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- birth defects
- low birth weight and preterm birth
- SIDS
- injuries (e.g. suffocation)
- maternal pregnancy complications
3
Q
top causes of death in children ages 1-5
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- unintentional injury (drowning #1, MVA #2)
- congenital abnormalities
- homicide
4
Q
how to prevent injuries from MVA
A
seatbelts!
4
Q
how to prevent drowning
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- learn to swim
- know the basics of CPR
- pools should be fenced and locked
- life jackets
- stay vigilant
5
Q
leading causes of death in males (all ages)
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- heart disease
- cancer
- unintentional injuries
- chronic lower resp diseases
- stroke
6
Q
leading causes of death in females (all ages)
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- heart disease
- cancer
- chronic lower resp diseases
- stroke
- alzheimers
7
Q
what are three main school-aged health concerns
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- asthma/physical health conditions
- mental health conditions
- neurodevelopmental disorders
8
Q
what is prevention
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these services could include immunizations, support services, family planning, alcohol/drug prevention programs
9
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what is health protection
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accident and injury control, reduce environmental hazards, infectious disease control
10
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what is health promotion
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information on nutrition, weight control, HIV/AIDS, smoking, alcohol, and drug abuse
11
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what are the four domains of chronic disease prevention
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- epidemiology and surveillance - to monitor and track progress
- environmental approaches - to promote health and support healthy behaviors
- health care system interventions - to improve the effective delivery and use of clinical and other high-value preventive services
- community programs linked to clinical services - to improve and sustain management of chronic conditions
