Florida Public Health Exam (Practice) Questions with Complete Solutions
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Florida Public Health
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Florida Public Health
Florida Public Health Exam (Practice)
Questions with Complete Solutions
What is the primary purpose of public health initiatives in Florida?
To prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life among the population through
organized community efforts and informed choices.
Which Florida ag...
Florida Public Health Exam (Practice)
Questions with Complete Solutions
What is the primary purpose of public health initiatives in Florida?
✔✔ To prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life among the population through
organized community efforts and informed choices.
Which Florida agency is primarily responsible for overseeing public health programs and
services?
✔✔ The Florida Department of Health (DOH)
How does the Florida Public Health System support emergency preparedness and response?
✔✔ By coordinating resources, conducting training, and developing plans to handle emergencies
such as natural disasters and pandemics.
What role does epidemiology play in public health in Florida?
✔✔ Epidemiology helps in identifying and understanding the patterns, causes, and effects of
health and disease conditions in the population, guiding public health interventions and policy.
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,What is the significance of health education and promotion in Florida’s public health strategy?
✔✔ Health education and promotion aim to increase awareness, modify behaviors, and improve
health outcomes by providing information and resources to the community.
How does Florida’s public health system address health disparities among different populations?
✔✔ By implementing targeted programs and services to address the specific needs of
underserved and vulnerable groups, ensuring equitable access to healthcare and resources.
What is the Florida Healthy Start program, and what are its goals?
✔✔ The Florida Healthy Start program focuses on improving the health and well-being of
pregnant women, infants, and children by providing support services and interventions to reduce
infant mortality and improve maternal health.
How does the Florida Public Health System monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of its
programs?
✔✔ Through data collection, analysis, and performance metrics to assess program outcomes and
make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
What role do local health departments play in Florida’s public health system?
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,✔✔ Local health departments provide essential services such as immunizations, disease control,
and health education at the community level, working to address local public health needs.
Why is it important for public health professionals in Florida to stay updated with state and
federal regulations?
✔✔ Staying informed ensures compliance with laws, enhances program effectiveness, and helps
in adapting to new public health challenges and requirements.
How does the Florida Public Health System collaborate with other organizations and
stakeholders?
✔✔ By partnering with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other agencies to
leverage resources, share expertise, and coordinate efforts to improve public health outcomes.
Which mosquito species vectors both Yellow Fever and Dengue Fever? ✔✔Aedes Aegypti
Which mosquito transmits Malaria? ✔✔Anopheles quadrimaculatus
What 2 climate conditions are most conductive for adult mosquito activity? ✔✔warm temp and
high humidity
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, Which mosquito species vectors st louis encephalitis (SLE) ✔✔culex nigripalpus, Culex
quinquefasciatus , Culex tarsalis
Mosquitoes thrive in moving water? ✔✔false
T/F
It is in the transitional zone, from the unusual level of high tide to levels above all but the
highest springs and storm tides that the heaviest breeding occurs ✔✔true
Where are aedes triseriatus larvae most likely to be found? ✔✔tree holes
Which mosquito species is found in crab holes (2) ✔✔*Deinocerites Cancer
*Culex Opisthopus
Name 2 aedes salt marsh mosquito species ✔✔1) Ae. taeniorhynchus
2)Ae. sollicitans,
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