HHD Questions Thread 2014

[yearningforsimplicity]

When it comes to determinants of health do we need to know specifically how they work?
E.g how cholesterol or impaired glucose regulation works or the two types of BP?

Knowing how they work will make your explanations easier You will have to learn about the processes in relation to the NHPAs (not in extreme detail) but you should know how cholesterol is increased through DIET (e.g. through saturated/trans fat -> LDL cholesterol) and you dont exactly need to know about systolic and diastolic BP (except that normal BP is 120/80) but you should know how blood pressure increases through sodium intake

Basically you will touch upon the fundamental processes when you learn about the Role of Nutrition in Addressing the NHPAS and the emphasis is not on knowing so much about the general process but rather about how the processes (cholesterol, blood glucose regulation, blood pressure regulation, bone density etc) are impacted on by NUTRITION (i.e. protective and risk nutrients) Again, for this context "Nutrition" may not simply be isolated to actual vitamins/macronutrients (e.g. vitamin D, fats, proteins) but also things like alcohol, caffeine, water etc

[Bluegirl]

Knowing how they work will make your explanations easier You will have to learn about the processes in relation to the NHPAs (not in extreme detail) but you should know how cholesterol is increased through DIET (e.g. through saturated/trans fat -> LDL cholesterol) and you dont exactly need to know about systolic and diastolic BP (except that normal BP is 120/80) but you should know how blood pressure increases through sodium intake

Basically you will touch upon the fundamental processes when you learn about the Role of Nutrition in Addressing the NHPAS and the emphasis is not on knowing so much about the general process but rather about how the processes (cholesterol, blood glucose regulation, blood pressure regulation, bone density etc) are impacted on by NUTRITION (i.e. protective and risk nutrients) Again, for this context "Nutrition" may not simply be isolated to actual vitamins/macronutrients (e.g. vitamin D, fats, proteins) but also things like alcohol, caffeine, water etc

Thanks!

What does it mean when it says 'variations in health status'?
For example:
Outline three variations in health status that might occur in a population group that experiences higher rates of: impaired glucose regulation and low birth weight

or
Explain two ways that each of the following could contribute to variations in health status among individuals and population grouos:
overweight/obesity

I don't really understand what it's asking

[yearningforsimplicity]

Thanks!

What does it mean when it says 'variations in health status'?
For example:
Outline three variations in health status that might occur in a population group that experiences higher rates of: impaired glucose regulation and low birth weight

or
Explain two ways that each of the following could contribute to variations in health status among individuals and population grouos:
overweight/obesity

I don't really understand what it's asking

Variations in Health Status means 'the differences in health status between individuals/groups as a result of any one factor or cause' - which causes that person's/group's health status to be lower compared to other people/groups

E.g. there are variations in health between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians because of a biological determinant of overweight/obesity - Indigenous Australians have a body composition that allows them to store fat more efficiently than Non-Indigenous Australians and they are thus more likely to be overweight or obese and more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease or diabetes mellitus. That single determinant (factor) of being more likely to be overweight or obese (compared to non-Indigenous Australians) causes them to have LOWER health status through lower life expectancy and increased morbidity from chronic disease.

In 'variations in health status' Qs, explain how the cause/factor being discussed is contributing to differing health status within the population Specifically in unit 3 outcome 1, you'll be asked Qs that link 'variations in health status' to actual population groups (rather than specific causes/factors) and you will then use your own factors (we call them 'determinants' in hhd) to formulate your answer So you'll learn why being a male could contribute to differing health status (compared to being a female) or how living in a rural/remote area of Australia could contribute to lower health status (compared to living in an urban/metropolitan area)

[2014year12]

Got my first health sac tomorrow...

So far I have written out all the summary notes in relation to the study design and checklist,
Completed sac preparation questions and one practice sac.

What should I do tonight?
-To ensure I know everything and
-Build my confidence so that I can walk in tomorrow knowing i'll get 100%?

All help is appreciated! Thanks

[Anchy]

Got my first health sac tomorrow...

So far I have written out all the summary notes in relation to the study design and checklist,
Completed sac preparation questions and one practice sac.

What should I do tonight?
-To ensure I know everything and
-Build my confidence so that I can walk in tomorrow knowing i'll get 100%?

All help is appreciated! Thanks

I've got mine on Thursday. Personally, i'd read over my notes and make sure i know all the key definitions word for word.

Goodluck.

[Snorlax]

I have a few questions here..

(a) In 2011, what was the life expectancy and healthy life expectancy for males and females in Australia respectively?
obviously you know the gist of the values..but,

(b) What does this suggest about the later stage of life of females compared with males?
I was juggling on the possible answers I could give. One answer I thought of was that females spend larger amounts of time with reduced functioning compared to those of males, so females would be suffering more...perhaps chronic illnesses?
Another one I thought about was, as females tend to live longer, that females would experience illness associated with ageing, such as mental illnesses etc.


ALSO,

(a) Suggest reasons that might account for the lower life expectancy experienced by men compared with that of women.
I said that some reasons could include behavioural determinants (list..) and social determinants (list..) but it was asked in Chapter 1 (which hasn't yet looked at determinants) So...I was wondering how else I would answer it?

(b) Would you expect this trend to be the same in all countries? Why/why not?
I said yes, because males are biologically similar? (lol...not sure what i'm saying...) and,
No, that it may depend on the culture of the country etc..


These as you can probably most likely notice, are from the Key concepts textbook

Thanks in advance guys!

[Smiley_]

I have a few questions here..

(a) In 2011, what was the life expectancy and healthy life expectancy for males and females in Australia respectively?
obviously you know the gist of the values..but,

(b) What does this suggest about the later stage of life of females compared with males?
I was juggling on the possible answers I could give. One answer I thought of was that females spend larger amounts of time with reduced functioning compared to those of males, so females would be suffering more...perhaps chronic illnesses?
Another one I thought about was, as females tend to live longer, that females would experience illness associated with ageing, such as mental illnesses etc.


ALSO,

(a) Suggest reasons that might account for the lower life expectancy experienced by men compared with that of women.
I said that some reasons could include behavioural determinants (list..) and social determinants (list..) but it was asked in Chapter 1 (which hasn't yet looked at determinants) So...I was wondering how else I would answer it?

(b) Would you expect this trend to be the same in all countries? Why/why not?
I said yes, because males are biologically similar? (lol...not sure what i'm saying...) and,
No, that it may depend on the culture of the country etc..


These as you can probably most likely notice, are from the Key concepts textbook

Thanks in advance guys!

b) Yes your answer is correct, females live for longer on average than males, and females spend more time experiencing ill-health than males (they live longer and therefore have higher rates of diseases such as dementia, which reduce quality of life)

a) I would use determinants even though you havn't properly learnt them yet.
So things like Men may take more risks (such as speeding, taking drugs and drinking excessively) , are more likely to be overweight, and are less likely to visit a doctor than females. They may be more likely to smoke, drink at risky levels and engage in violence. There may be genetic factors that account for the differences

b) It would be the similar in some countries due to similar health care but different yes because of cultural factors

[Rod]

I'm stuck at 8 definitions ;\. Can't seem to fit another into my head.

Want at least 20 learnt word by word before my first SAC, any tips anyone? 12 more to go but it feels as if I just can't fit any more in.

PS - Yes my teacher takes of marks if your definition isn't 'word my word' - fml

[teletubbies_95]

Maybe try making flashcards and writing the definitions all of times on a spare piece of paper.

[Anchy]

I'm stuck at 8 definitions ;\. Can't seem to fit another into my head.

Want at least 20 learnt word by word before my first SAC, any tips anyone? 12 more to go but it feels as if I just can't fit any more in.

PS - Yes my teacher takes of marks if your definition isn't 'word my word' - fml

Definitely try flashcards, i'm using them right now and it works like a charm.

Also, can someone clear up my confusion on whether health care facilities are a social determinant or a physical environment determinant?

[~V]

health care facilities like hospitals? There's a bit of overlap in this question and i reckon it's a bit of both, more on the social determinant side though.If you have the key concepts in HHD book, it briefly explains how the location of resources (access to health care facilities) are a physical environment determinant under the subtitle "Geographical location of resources". However, if you go to social determinants, It says that it is also a physical environment determinant due to proximity of health care. But it's majorly social determinants due to cultural, financial and other social barriers. Someone correct me if i said anything wrong!

[Anchy]

health care facilities like hospitals? There's a bit of overlap in this question and i reckon it's a bit of both, more on the social determinant side though.If you have the key concepts in HHD book, it briefly explains how the location of resources (access to health care facilities) are a physical environment determinant under the subtitle "Geographical location of resources". However, if you go to social determinants, It says that it is also a physical environment determinant due to proximity of health care. But it's majorly social determinants due to cultural, financial and other social barriers. Someone correct me if i said anything wrong!

Oh, that makes a lot more sense. This is what i'm getting out of it;

Access to health care: Geographical access or proximity to health services = Physical environment determinant
Access to health care: Cultural, financial and social barriers = Social determinant

Someone want to confirm?

[mad_maxine]

Oh, that makes a lot more sense. This is what i'm getting out of it;

Access to health care: Geographical access or proximity to health services = Physical environment determinant
Access to health care: Cultural, financial and social barriers = Social determinant

Someone want to confirm?

Yep, that's exactly what I would've said

[Rod]

Definitely try flashcards, i'm using them right now and it works like a charm.

Also, can someone clear up my confusion on whether health care facilities are a social determinant or a physical environment determinant?

Maybe try making flashcards and writing the definitions all of times on a spare piece of paper.

Thanks guys . I ended up memorising the amount I wanted. 7 definition came up in my SAC! :O. And the SAC was out of 42! Each definition one mark. SAC went well - If anyone is about to do a SAC soon, I could type out some of the questions they gave us.

[Anchy]

Thanks guys . I ended up memorising the amount I wanted. 7 definition came up in my SAC! :O. And the SAC was out of 42! Each definition one mark. SAC went well - If anyone is about to do a SAC soon, I could type out some of the questions they gave us.

Well done! The nervous wait begins now?