Core 1 Prelim Revision

Which of the following is not a DETERMINANT of Health?

• Individual

• Environmental

• Sociocultural

• Mental Health

Which of the following is an indicator of our social health?

• Efficient functioning of our body organs

• Effective interactions with people

• Resistance to disease

• Absence of chronic pain

Which term refers to the incidence or level of illness or sickness in a given population?

• Morality

• Morbidity

• Obesity

• Mortality

Which of the following is not a health protective behaviour for young people?

• Eating a balanced diet

• Being physically active each day

• Using illicit substances

• Maintaining a strong connection with family

What is the leading cause of injury and death for young people?

• Using illicit substances

• Road crashes

• Suicide

• Injury

A person’s health is a static state; that is, it does not change as the person ages or their circumstances change. True/False?

• True

• False

People from low socioeconomic backgrounds generally experience higher levels of health and suffer fewer illnesses than people from high socioeconomic backgrounds. True/False?

• True

• False

Young Australians living in remote communities generally experience poorer levels of health compared with others. True/False?

• True

• False

The media can influence people’s attitudes, values and behaviours and can raise community awareness about health issues. True/False?

• True

• False

An increase in the life expectancy levels of a population indicates that the general level of health is worsening. True/False?

• True

• False