A Population Needs Assessment Has Been Completed

question 12

Multiple Choice

A population needs assessment has been completed. Which of the following describes what was done?

• A) A health status report indicates many people are not using the health department because of long waits.
• B) The World Health Organization (WHO) encourages all travelers to be up to date on the immunizations when traveling abroad.
• C) A nurse assesses the health status of older adults with diabetes prior to initiation of a health education program.
• D) An agency uses a television advertisement to encourage healthy eating by the citizens in the community.

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Definitions:

Clever Hans

Refers to a case study from early 20th century of a horse that was claimed to perform arithmetic and other intellectual tasks, later found to be responding to involuntary cues from humans.

Flashing Signals

Lights that blink on and off to convey messages, warnings, or signals, commonly used in road traffic controls and electronic devices.

Principle of Parsimony

A methodological principle suggesting that the simplest explanation is often the correct one when comparing theories with equal predictive capabilities.

Parsimonious

A characteristic of an explanation or theory that requires the fewest assumptions, variables, or changes to be effective or accurate.