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1. Which statistic best reflects the nutritional status of a population?

• A. 1-4 year old age-specific mortality rate
• B. Proportionate mortality rate
• C. Infant mortality rate
• D. Swaroop’s index

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The most appropriate statistic to reflect the nutritional status of a population is the 1-4 year old age-specific mortality rate. This age group is highly susceptible to the effects of malnutrition, so a population with poor nutritional status is likely to have a high 1-4 year old age-specific mortality rate, also known as child mortality rate.

2. A business firm must employ an occupational health nurse when it has at least how many employees?

• A. 21
• B. 101
• C. 201
• D. 301

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

3. What law created the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care?

• A. RA 8483
• B. RA 4823
• C. RA 2483
• D. RA 3482

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A - RA 8483. R.A. 8483, also known as AN ACT CREATING THE PHILIPPINE INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE (PITAHC), was signed into law on December 9, 1997. This law aims to accelerate the development of traditional and alternative health care in the Philippines by providing for a Traditional and Alternative Health Care Development Fund and addressing other related purposes.

4. The number of cases of Dengue fever usually increases towards the end of the rainy season. This pattern of occurrence of Dengue fever is best described as:

• A. Epidemic occurrence
• B. Cyclical variation
• C. Sporadic occurrence
• D. Secular occurrence

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Cyclical variation best describes the periodic fluctuation in the number of Dengue fever cases in the community, typically increasing towards the end of the rainy season and then decreasing during drier periods. This pattern suggests a recurring cycle rather than a sudden outbreak (epidemic), random occurrence (sporadic), or gradual long-term change (secular occurrence).

5. Which of the following is an example of a waterborne disease?

• A. Hepatitis A
• B. Influenza
• C. Measles
• D. Tuberculosis

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Hepatitis A is a waterborne disease caused by a virus that can be transmitted through contaminated water or food. Ingestion of even microscopic amounts of fecal matter from an infected person can lead to infection. It is important to practice good hygiene and ensure water sources are clean to prevent the spread of Hepatitis A.

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