Health Inquiry
The most effective format for presenting findings from an inquiry on mental health to teenagers is
An interactive guest speaker at school
When using the PABCAR public health decision-making model, when would an intervention be recommended?
When the benefits outweigh the costs
Providing support to, and advocating against the mistreatment of, women is a part of which role of the WHO
a) set norms and standards
b) shape research agenda
c) monitor the health situation and assess health trends
d) provide technical support
a) Set norms and standards
To adopt better governance for health and development
Promote participation in policy-making and implementation
To further reorient the health sector towards reducing health inequities
To strengthen global governance and collaboration
To monitor progress and increase accountability
Identify 2 humanitarian action principles
Addresses
Affirms
Abides
Accountable
Advances
Advocates
Explain 3 ways that you can determine whether a source is reliable.
Reliable / Reputation of author
Purpose - why was it written?
Accurate
Recent/ publication date
Reputation of publication
Type of publication
Location of publication
Personal Gain/Bias
The first A in the PABCAR model stands for
Amenability of change
Investing in universal health coverage for persons with disabilities will benefit not only individuals but also communities. Which role of WHO does this best represent?
a) provide leadership
b) set norms and standards
c) humanitarian policy and partnerships
d) provide technical support
d) provide technical support
Which action areas focuses on accessibility, availability, acceptability, affordability and quality of health care being fundamental rights of every human being?
a) adopt better governance for health development
b) further reorient the health sector towards reducing health inequities
c) strengthen global governance and collaboration
d) monitor progress and increase accountability
b) further reorient the health sector towards reducing health inequities
Gender equality - identify 1 strategic priority
End sexual and gender based violence & advance sexual and reproductive health rights
Gender-responsive peace & security
Gender-equitable climate & humanitarian action
Women's economic equality & inclusive trade
Locally led women's leadership
Improve this focus question
"How can cancer be prevented"
Which primary prevention strategies are best used to prevent cervical cancer in Australia?
What does the P and the R stand for in the PABCAR model
Identification of the Problem
Recommended actions and monitoring
Provide leadership
Shape the research agenda
Set norms and standards
Articulate ethical and evidence-based policy options
Provide technical support
Monitor health situation and trends
Enhancing health policies and strengthening decision making to provide a voice to all groups, is a key to which action?
a) adopt better governance for health development
b) further reorient the health sector towards reducing health inequities
c) strengthen global governance and collaboration
d) monitor progress and increase accountability
a) adopt better governance for health development
Describe the purpose of Australia's international aid program
The purpose of the aid program is to promote Australia’s national interests by contributing to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction.
There have been numerous serious motor vehicles crashes on Indian Ocean Dr which links Lancelin and Dongara. You are working with the local government authorities to investigate this problem. The results will be sent to the Australia Government to support a claim for funding to upgrade this road.
Draft an open-ended focus question that could be used to investigate the significance of this problem.
What is the impact of the road crashes on families of those killed or injured?
What are the costs associated with a road crash?
Which groups of people are affected when there is a serious road crash?
How does the impact of road crashes contribute to health inquiry?
What is the purpose of the PABCAR model (3 mark answer required)
Provides systematic approach to planning
Uses epidemiological info to determine priorities for action
Prioritises the perceived needs for local community
Advocate for interventions, it guides decision making about advocacy campaigns
Identify ONE of the roles of who and explain how it would apply to control of a global pandemic
Provide leadership
Shape the research agenda
Set norms and standards
Articulate ethical and evidence-based policy options
Provide technical support
Monitor health situation and trends
Identify one purpose of the Rio Declaration
Explain how one humanitarian action principle influences Australia's response during a humanitarian emergency
Addressing inequality and discrimination and promoting inclusion - influences its response by ensuring aid is targeted towards the people most affected by a humanitarian emergency. Australia prioritises vulnerable groups such as women and girls, children, people with disability and displaced people so they have equal access to food, shelter, healthcare and protection. This reduces the impact of discrimination and ensures humanitarian assistance reaches those with the greatest needs.
Affirming state responsibility - influences Australia's response by ensuring it supports, rather than replaces, the government of the affected country. Australia works in partnership with national governments and only provides assistance in ways that respect their sovereignty and leadership. This strengthens local capacity and helps coordinate a more effective humanitarian response.
Abiding by a 'do no harm' approach - influences Australia's response by requiring aid programs to minimise any negative impacts. Australia conducts risk assessments and implements safeguards such as conflict-sensitive programming, child protection and anti-corruption measures to ensure aid does not worsen conflict, increase inequality or place affected people at greater risk.
Be Accountable - influences Australia's response by ensuring humanitarian assistance is transparent, effective and responsive to community needs. Australia monitors and evaluates aid programs, works with partners responsibly and seeks feedback from affected communities so assistance is delivered appropriately and resources are used effectively.
Advancing adherence to international humanitarian law - influences Australia's response by ensuring humanitarian assistance protects civilians and respects international legal obligations. Australia supports humanitarian organisations that provide protection to vulnerable populations and promotes respect for the Geneva Conventions during conflicts, helping to safeguard people's rights and safety.
Advocating for humanitarian principles - influences Australia's response by promoting the principles of humanity and independence during humanitarian emergencies. Australia works with international organisations and partner countries to ensure aid is delivered based on need, without discrimination or political influence, improving access to assistance for affected populations.
Name ALL the steps in a Health Inquiry - including the subheadings.
Planning a health inquiry
- Identification and analysis of a health issue
- Development of focus questions to research a health issue
Use of a range of information to explore a health issue
- Identification and use of a range of reliable information sources
- Identification and application of criteria for selecting information sources
Interpretation of information
- Summary of information
- Identify and analyse trends and patterns
- Development of argument
- Development of evidence-based conclusions
Presentation of findings in appropriate format to suit audience
You are a Health Promotion Officer for the local GP Super Clinic. Your manager asks you to design a program around: Close the Gap: Demand Indigenous Health Equality.
Using PABCAR as your framework, explain how you would improve health outcomes for Indigenous people in the Clinic’s catchment area.
Identification of the problem - reviewing existing data regarding Closing the gap - demand for indigenous health equality (what data/ what are they suffering from, what is health issue) for indigenous Australians (who/group)
Amenability of change - Data such as surveys and access to services could be collected and examined.
Talk to elderly and locals to determine whether they are likely to be involved in any sort of change.
Benefits and costs -Need to weigh up if benefits outweigh costs. Benefits might be improving overall health compared to costs such as fear and financial issues
Acceptability - Assess the likely reaction of the community to the proposed intervention. Consider attitudes and frame arguments in order to gain support.
R - Consideration of recommended actions for successful implementation of the intervention. Action should include promotion of the intervention via social media, other media, young people.
Describe how the WHO would provide leadership and shape the research agenda after a natural disaster such as an tsunami
Provide leadership
- Provide leadership on matters critical to health and engage in partnerships where joint action is needed
- Partnerships necessary with local authorities to understand the complex and unique needs of the community, empowering local experts is imperative for recovery measures
- Provide leadership in appropriate food supplementation, assemble mobile health teams and outreach and coordinate a call for emergency funding to support the Indonesian community
Shape research agenda
- By stimulating the generation, translation and dissemination of valuable knowledge
- Research may be conducted during a natural disaster to determine the most effective strategies to respond and support the Indonesian community
- a needs assessment may be conducted to assess the needs of the community and allows for prioritisation and appropriate resource allocation
Identify and describe 2 of the Rio Declaration action areas
To adopt better governance for health and development
Promote participation in policy-making and implementation
To further reorient the health sector towards reducing health inequities
To strengthen global governance and collaboration
To monitor progress and increase accountability
Explain how promoting gender equality can improve health and wellbeing in developing countries
- Giving women and girls equal access to education, healthcare, employment and decision-making.
This increases their ability to make informed choices about their health, including sexual and reproductive health, leading to lower maternal and infant mortality and improved health outcomes.
- Greater economic participation also increases household income, improving access to nutritious food, safe housing and healthcare. Reducing discrimination and gender-based violence further improves physical and mental health, contributing to better wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.