Methods And Materials

The acronym CHES stands for ___________. a)Certified Health Education School b)Competent Health Education Specialist c)Credentialed Health Education School d)Certified Health Education Specialist

(BBF) -- Ball states that professionalism contains five characteristics. Which one is NOT a characteristic? a)Conduct b)Character c)Attitude d)Excellence e)Skills

(BBF) -- Health educators can become certified through which organization? a)National Commission on Health Education Credentialing b)Organization of Practicing Health Educators c)National Coalition for Health Education Organizations d)American Public Health Association

(BBF) -- Eta Sigma Gamma (ESG) is a national professional health education honorary. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Qualities that bring professionalism to health education include: a)Life-long learning b)Caring c)Being passionate about what you do d)All of these are correct

(BBF) -- One of the beginning steps to being a professional includes: a)Volunteerism b)Participation in the mentoring process c)Joining a health education organization d)Developing a career portfolio e)None of these f)All of these

(BBF) -- Communicating and advocating for health education is a requirement for membership in SOPHE (Society for Public Health Education). a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Service learning is: a)A teaching and learning strategy that integrates research and philosophy of the profession b)A teaching and learning strategy that integrates community service with instruction c)Both of the above d)None of the above

(BBF) -- __________ is one of the most satisfying and traditional ways in which young professionals begin learning about professionalism. a)Credentialing b)Volunteering c)Research d)Mentoring

(BBF) -- ______ is a core aspect of professionalism. a)Evidence-based practice b)Ethics c)Strategic planning d)Research

(BBF) -- ______ is the willingness of people to work on behalf of others without the expectation of pay or other tangible gain. a)Professionalism b)Credentialing c)Volunteerism d)All of these are correct!

(GSM) --Most health education interventions are designed to provide people with _______ in the hopes that they will change their _______________. a)values, behavior b)behaviors, knowledge c)knowledge, behavior d)attitudes, beliefs

(GSM) --While our main tool is __________ the outcomes expected are most often _____________. a)education, affective b)behavior, knowledge c)education, behavioral d)social, affective

(GSM) -- Health education should address knowledge, skills, and attitudes in a targeted balanced approach. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Health educators practice in a variety of settings, including school health education, community health education, worksite health education, and patient health education. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Which of the following was not a purpose of the competency update project (CUP)? a)Outline distinct sets of competencies for each of the three levels of practice. b)Explore how other professions distinguish themselves c)Alter health educators scope of practice d)Verify the currency of entry-level competencies

Which of the following tools is used to prevent or reduce risk behaviors and prevent serious health problems among schools? a)School Health Index b)Coordinated School Health Model c)Youth-Risk Behavior System d)National Health Education Standards

(GSM) -- Knowledge alone is likely to be robust enough to cause behavior change. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Pedagogy is the art or profession of conducting health education. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- To effectively accomplish the process of health education, health educators must learn to set meaningful, appropriate, and achievable goals and objectives. a)True b)False

(GSM)- Expectancies are a value assessment of the positive and negative results of the behavior. Individuals strive to minimize negative outcomes and maximize positive ones. a) True b) False

(GSM)- Cognitive-behavioral theories attempt to encourage behavior change from an indirect and more global approach that should trickle down to facilitate change at the individual level. a)True b)False

(GSM)- Predisposing factors should include all of the following EXCEPT: a)Values/Beliefs b)Accessibility c)Knowledge d)Confidence

(GSM)- Theories function to do all of the following EXCEPT: a)Ensure the accuracy of evaluation data b)Guide outcome evaluation c)Guide the identification of suitable targets for objectives d)Identify potential methods for facilitating behavior change

(GSM)- Which theory would support the idea that health behavior (good or bad) can be learned by watching others? a)Stages of Change b)Conditioning c)Social Learning/Social Cognitive d)Diffusion of Innovation

According to the Theory of Planned Behavior- together, behavioral beliefs, subjective norms, and control beliefs lead to the formation of behavioral intention. a)True b)False

__________ learners use cues from the body language and facial expressions of others to fully understand the subject matter. These learners often think in pictures and learn best from visual displays such as diagrams, illustrations, videos, flip charts, demonstrations, and handouts and by eliciting memories. a) Auditory b) Gustatory c) Kinesthetic d) Visual

The base units of a theory are called _________. a)Constructs b)Variables c)Models d)Concepts

An ecological model considers the intricate interaction among individuals as they relate to each other but it ignores community or societal factors. a)True b)False

(GSM)- Theories explain health behaviors and suggest intervention strategies. a)True b)False

(BBF)- Reciprocal determinism is: a)believing that one has the ability to take action b)the extent to which innovation can be experimented with c)the degree to which innovation is seen as better than the program it replaces d)the idea that behavior changes are determined by interactions between a person and his/her environment

(BBF)- A theory is a general explanation of: a)Extent to which a program can succeed b)Why people act or do not act to maintain or promote the health of themselves c)System of moral principles d)Innovations that can be experimented with before a commitment is made

(BBF)- Innovators are the last individuals to adopt an innovation. a)True b)False

(BBF)- Health Belief Model suggests that: a)Actions on the part of the individuals could prevent threat or eliminate illness b)Individuals believe in health c)Emphasizes the "role of perceptions of vulnerability to an illness d)All of the above

(BBF)- Theory and ethics are two essential ingredients for determining methods and how to maintain integrity in practicing health education. a)True b)False

(BBF)- According to Bensley and Brookins-Fisher, theories are classified in two groups: a)Cognition and organizational change b)Cognition and behvaior c)Behavior and systems models d)Behavior and community models

(BBF)- Contemplation is a stage or readiness to change in which an individual maintains a health behavior. a)True b)False

(BBF)- Diffusion of Innovation Theory is considered solely a community-level theory. a)True b)False

The Theory of Planned Behavior is determined primarily by the perceived behavioral control and how difficult it will be to perform and maintain a behavior. a)True b)False

(BBF)- The Health Belief Model is based on the fact that individuals believe in good health, and model emphasizes the role of perceptions of vulnerability to illness/treatment. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- The ability to make a medical appointment is considered a basic health literacy skill. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- According to predictions reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, by the year 2050 the Asian population will make up 54% of the population, with white populations representing a new minority. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Because most health educators are white and middle class, they are incapable of providing culturally and linguistically competent care to racial, ethnic, or sexual minorities. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Increasing language access services includes all of the following EXCEPT a)Ensuring the competencies of individuals providing language assistance b)Providing low literacy materials in multiple languages on demand c)Providing timely language assistance services (verbal offers and written notices) in the client's preferred language about his or her right to receive language assistance services d)Ensuring patient-related signage and materials are easily understood by the clientele according to demographic characteristics

(BBF) -- Diversity includes the following a)Experience b)Culture c)Various combinations of all of the above d)Health status e)Sexual orientation

(BBF) -- One of the first steps in providing culturally appropriate services to diverse populations that the health educator should follow is to: a)Become aware of diversity and his/her role in ensuring that diversity issues are addressed b)Build skills in creating an inclusive environment c)Diversify teaching techniques and learning styles d)Advocate for diversity in his/her community

(BBF) -- Professional research should adhere to which of the following guidelines? a)Develop a plan to dissipate community resistance b)All of these c)Focus on process evaluation d)Collect demographic information on all focus populations

(BBF) -- Diversifying teaching techniques and learning styles can include: a)Being inclusive of the various learning styles among participants b)All of the above c)None of the above d)Adopting a variety of teaching methods

(BBF) -- Creating an educational environment inclusive of diversity among participants can be a big challenge in health education programming. In doing so, several areas of concern should be addressed: a)Use of materials and teaching techniques b)Facilitation skills c)All of the above should be areas for concern d)Understand the focus population

(BBF) -- Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a multiculturally competent health educator? a)Empathizes for humankind b)Models the importance of diversity in personal and professional settings c)Acquires knowledge about individuals and groups of people different than oneself d)Speaks in gender-specific language

(BBF) -- Transferring personal knowledge into professional settings includes: a)Determining whether plans incorporate Healthy People 2010 b)All of the above c)Tailoring an evaluation mechanism d)Determining an action plan

Cultural competency is imperative if we are going to close the health disparities gap. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- A particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage where one group experiences greater obstacles to health than others is known as health _____________. a)Equity b)Illiteracy c)Disparity d)Discrepancy

(GSM) -- Basic skills of a health literate individual include all of the following EXCEPT a)A high level of intelligence for navigating insurance forms b)The ability to interpret and apply health information to improve quality of life c)Numeracy skills in the context of health care d)Using technology to access health information and services

(GSM) -- Health equity is described as the ability of everyone to financially pay the same amount for the same quality of service. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Race is a problematic concept because a)It is poorly defined and often has little to do with health status b)It is directly correlated to economic status and therefore health status c)Although it can be used to support racist views, it groups people by health risk categories d)It is well defined but used to support racist views

(GSM) -- Health literacy is a)The ability to access holistic health and medical information on the Internet b)The ability to locate and read health information--it is the ability to interpret and apply the information to improve one's quality of life c)The degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions d)The ability to locate health and medical information online and to access services needed to make appropriate health decisions

(BBF) -- Cultural awareness is the consciousness of cultural similarities and differences. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Often times the biggest barrier to attaining cultural competence at the personal level is lack of awareness. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- ___________ is the leading cause of death among gay and lesbian youth. a)Suicide b)Lung cancer c)HIV/AIDS d)STDs or STIs

The words "understand," "know" and "appreciate" would be best suited for writing: a)objectives b)either a goal and an objective c)an intervention d)goals

What are the three levels of evaluation commonly used in health education program planning? a)Outcome, scope, and range b)Process, impact, and outcome c)Process, initiation, and outcome d)Process, evaluation, and outcome

Which error(s) is/are illustrated in the following objective statement? A video will be used to illustrate correct hand washing so that participants will appreciate the importance of hygiene. a)it describes instruction, not outcome b)it is not measurable c)both of the answers provided are correct d)none of the answers provided are correct

Ideally, community needs assessment includes assessing assets as well needs. a)True b)False

Performance indicators are measurable outcome-oriented terms which reflect the achievement of objectives. a)True b)False

Which of the following performance indicators violates the protocol related to accountability? a)On the Smartboard, participants will be able to match with 90% accuracy the drug categories to their side effects using the handout provided. b)After the lecture, learners will describe to their group four of the six youth risk behaviors and suggest a prevention measure for each. c)After the discussion, participants will demonstrate refusal skills using an "I message" and body language during the group role play. d)Participants will record, in their journals, five examples of verbal abuse observed in the video.

Objectives can do all of the following except: a)describe the broad intent of the program b)describe the intended outcomes of the program c)make evaluation possible d)help convey instructional intent

The words "explain" and "define" would be best suited for what type of objective? a)Psychomotor b)Knowledge c)Awareness d)Behavior

Short term or one-session programs, if well conducted, can reasonably be expected to affect changes in this domain. a)attitude b)knowledge c)behavior d)skills

Focus groups collect demographics as well as other qualitative data. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Which method allows participants to observe, and even participate, without the risk of injury that would occur in a real-world setting? a)Demonstration b)Field trips c)Role play d)Simulation

(GSM) -- You are working with a very diverse group from different heritages and with a wide range of socioeconomic classes. Your task it is to gain insight on potential strategies to solve the problem of community vandalism. Your goal is to discover the participants' opinions, to foster cooperation, and to seek high-quality solutions for the problem. Which method below will best enable you to accomplish your goal? a)Debate b)Role play c)Problem solving d)Guided lecture

(GSM) -- When planning to lecture for more than ____ minutes, the health educator should use other methods or prepare a truly stirring presentation. a)10 b)12 c)20 d)30

(GSM) -- You are teaching participants how to test their glucose levels. The process involves multiple steps and requires the participant to master each step along the way to get an accurate reading. Which of the following methods is most effective for teaching this skill? a)Guided practice using a step by step demonstration b)Role play the steps c)Modeling the behavior and then letting the participant practice d)Showing a video clip of the skill

(GSM) -- Which statement is FALSE in regards to getting-acquainted activities, also called icebreakers? a)The activities should be easy to follow and fun. b)They can be used at any time. c)They can be used to set the tone for a workshop or class. d)They do not need to be related to the objectives and target population.

(GSM) -- A disadvantage of personal improvement projects is that they a)Repeat information presented in a program b)Personalize health practices for some participants while leaving others out c)Do not target specific needs, including behavioral objectives d)Require considerable individual attention and commitment

(GSM) -- Which of the following is considered the most important consideration when using digital tools? a)Cost effectiveness b)Best fit for meeting objectives c)Availability of devices for all participants d)Time efficiency

(GSM) -- An advantage of personal improvement projects is that they a)Are easy to achieve b)Require very little paperwork c)Require active application of principles d)Will motivate all participants

(GSM) -- Any time you must lecture for over 20 minutes, utilize some of the other methods or prepare a truly stirring presentation. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- To maintain enthusiasm, limit the length of game play to no less than 30 minutes, including the time it takes to explain the rules. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Selecting fun or popular teaching methods is always in the best interest of the focus audience. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Health information is closely tied to one's values, beliefs, cultural nuances, geographical issues, and other personal attributes. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Learners retain _______ by teaching others or by another immediate use of the learning. a)10% b)50% c)75% d)90%

(BBF) -- The connection between objectives and presentation methods requires the health educator to assess the relevant content (information) and __________ that are part of the presentation. a)Skills b)Epidemiology c)Theory d)Structure of the program

(BBF) -- Properly conducted, ___________ can provide further insights into the needs of participants, as well as their perspectives on the value of various methods employed in the session. a)Experiment b)Evaluation c)Literature review d)Epidemiological study

(BBF) -- The focus of a(n) __________ is to review and critique a true event. a)Lecture b)Case study c)Demonstration d)Experiment

(BBF) -- What are characteristics associated with large group discussions? a)Aids skill development b)Aids analytical thinking c)Opportunity to check for learning d)Provides problem-solving skills

(BBF) -- ______________ provide a fun and helpful review of material. a)Large group discussions b)Skits c)Audiovisuals d)Games

(BBF) -- Health educators utilize presentations for imparting information in almost every setting. How they go about presenting the information is known as the ___________, which is traditionally defined as a systematic approach or procedure that is specifically carried out or conducted by teachers, presenters, or speakers. a)Needs assessment b)Intervention c)Method d)Objective e)Strategy

(BBF) -- Tips and techniques for selecting presentation methods include: a)Matching methods to content b)Matching methods to presenter expertise c)Matching audience needs d)All of the above e)None of the above

(GSM) -- Identify the domain of learning for the following objective for a hypothetical Stress Management workshop: "Upon completion of the stress management workshop, participants will show a willingness to learn more about stress management by voluntarily signing up for future programs." a)Cognitive b)Affective c)Psychomotor d)None of the above

(GSM) -- Identify the domain of learning for each of the following objectives for a hypothetical Stress Management workshop. "Upon completion of the stress management workshop, participants will demonstrate, with 90% accuracy, the Jones breathing techniques as presented in class meeting 4 during the simulation. a)Cognitive b)Affective c)Psychomotor d)None of the above

(GSM) -- Identify the domain of learning for the following objective for a hypothetical Stress Management workshop. "Upon completion of the stress management workshop, participants will demonstrate all steps, to their group members, of progressive relaxation as shown in class." a)Cognitive b)Affective c)Psychomotor d)None of the above

(GSM) -- Skills required for successful and effective presentation are the same regardless of the setting (e.g., school, community, or worksite). a)True b)False

(GSM) -- The teaching method selection is driven by the objectives to be achieved. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- A Plan B differs from an extension; it is a new method to replace an existing method or strategy that cannot be executed. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- As a general rule, 25% of time should be spent on evaluation. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- The federal government has supported the development of many curriculum projects over the years. If you can find relevant government material, you can use it without violating any copyright law. a)True b)False

(GSM) -- Questioning at the highest level of thinking encourages learners to evaluate and apply the information to new situations. Which term is NOT associated with this level? a)Apply b)Build c)Classify d)Evaluate

(GSM) -- Planning creates structure, which permits each new piece of knowledge to fit into the framework of existing knowledge. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Nonverbal cues are impressions or pictures that are used during presentations. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Steps for planning and conducting effective presentations include all of the following EXCEPT, which one? a)Prepare the presentation b)Understand different presentation settings c)Set the stage with the presentation opening d)Reduce distracting mannerisms e)Question-and-answer period

(BBF) -- Public speaking provides an opportunity to __________ others on concepts and ideas that directly affect individual and community health status. a)Impress b)Persuade c)Sell d)All of the above

(BBF) -- A presentation evaluation form should include the opportunity for participants to comment on what area of the presentation? a)Content b)Structure c)Delivery d)All of the above

(BBF) -- Word accentuation is the process of including culturally-appropriate words in a presentation. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Steps for planning and conducting effective presentations include all of the following EXCEPT: a)Prepare the presentation b)Understand different presentation settings c)Reduce distracting mannerisms d)Question-and-answer period

(BBF) -- Nonverbal cues are impressions or pictures that are used during presentations. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- Listeners remember: a)More of what they hear in a presentation that uses "picture" words b)Abstract words and concepts c)Both A and B d)Neither A nor B

(BBF) -- Story telling can help a speaker and the audience connect. a)True b)False

(BBF) -- The erect, stoic posture associated with a formal presentation may be intimidating or awkward for an informal setting. a)True b)False

1.) Being a professional starts with the first time you call yourself a health educator. a)True b)False

2.) According to the Theory of Planned Behavior, behavior can be explained primarily by how difficult it will be to perform and maintain a behavior. a)True b)False

3.) One component of health equity is the ability of everyone to financially pay the same amount for the same service a)True b)False

4.) Ideally, community needs assessment includes assessing assets as well as needs. a)True b)False

5.) When training a generic health educator, emphasis should be placed on the acquisition of _____ instead of the acquisition of _________ a) Data; skills b) funding; knowledge c) health content; funding d) skills; health content

6.) Total overall strategy to achieve your desired objectives/outcome is a definition of __________? a)Goal b)Intervention c)Method d)Mission

7.) Which of these refers to making conscious daily efforts to include or work with people who are different from you? a) Cultural sensitivity b) Diversity c) Inclusion d) Social Justice

8.) _______ refers to any instructional method that engages students in the learning process. a) Active learning b) Cooperative Learning c) Discussion d) Passive Learning

9.) Regarding the planning of presentations, if there is only one factor that can help you prepare to deliver an important message to a group it is ________ a) Topic b) Using as many methods as possible c) Knowing your audience d) Using multiple theories

10.) What serves as the foundation from which health education methods can be applied? a) Goal b) Health Education content c) Planning Models d) Theory

11.) You are teaching participants how to check glucose levels, the process involves multiple steps and requires them to master each step along the way, what would be best? a) Guided practice w/ step by step demonstration b) Model behavior then let them practice c) Role play the steps d) Show video clip