Public Health Administration Practice Questions

Q: Blood soaked linens are disposed in -

Red bag. ***Red bag:*** - **Blood-soaked linen** is classified as **infectious waste**, which requires disposal in a red bag according to biohazard waste management protocols. - Red bags are specifically designated for waste contaminated with **blood**, **body fluids**, or **infectious materials** to prevent the spread of pathogens. *White bag:* - White bags are typically used for **recycable waste** or general non-infectious waste in some healthcare settings. - They are not suitable for the disposal of blood-contaminated or **infectious materials**. *Green bag:* - Green bags are often utilized for **biodegradable waste** or **general solid waste** that is non-infectious. - They are not appropriate for disposing of items that pose a **biological hazard**, such as blood-soaked linen. *Black bag:* - Black bags are generally used for **non-hazardous municipal waste** that can be sent to a landfill. - They should not be used for **biomedical waste**, including blood-soaked items, due to the risk of infection and environmental contamination.

Q: The health promotional phase in public health is between the years:

1981-2000. ***1981-2000*** - This period is known as the **health promotional phase** or the **social engineering phase**, emphasizing **lifestyle improvements** and **behavioral changes** for better health outcomes. - Key focus areas included addressing **chronic diseases** and promoting **wellness** through public health initiatives. *1880-1920* - This era is often referred to as the **disease control phase**, focusing primarily on **sanitation**, **hygiene**, and controlling **infectious diseases**. - The implementation of cleaner water and improved waste disposal were major hallmarks. *1920-1960* - This period is recognized as the **health education phase**, where the emphasis shifted to informing the public about **health risks** and **preventive measures**. - Efforts were made to educate individuals on practices like handwashing and proper nutrition to prevent illness. *1960-1980* - This phase is typically characterized by the **medical care expansion** or **curative phase**, with a significant focus on developing **medical technologies**, **hospitals**, and therapeutic interventions. - The emphasis was more on treating illness rather than preventing it through broader lifestyle changes.

Q: Best for Incineration of infectious waste?

Double - chamber. ***Correct: Double-chamber*** - **Double-chamber incinerators** are considered the best for infectious waste as they allow for complete combustion in two stages. - The first chamber burns the waste at a lower temperature (800°C), while the second chamber burns the remaining gases at a higher temperature (>1050°C), ensuring destruction of pathogens and minimizing emissions. - They are the standard recommendation under **Biomedical Waste Management Rules** for infectious waste disposal. *Incorrect: Triple-chamber* - While more advanced, **triple-chamber incinerators** are often overkill for standard infectious waste and are typically used for more complex or hazardous waste streams, or for very large volumes. - Their additional complexity and cost may not be justified for routine infectious waste disposal compared to double-chamber units. *Incorrect: Single-chamber* - **Single-chamber incinerators** are less efficient in burning infectious waste completely due to inadequate temperature control and gas retention time. - They tend to produce more harmful emissions and ash, making them unsuitable for effective and safe disposal of infectious materials. *Incorrect: None of the options* - This option is incorrect because **double-chamber incinerators** are specifically designed and widely recommended for the effective and safe incineration of infectious waste.

Q: When an outcome is compared with intended objectives, it is called as -

Evaluation. ***Evaluation*** - **Evaluation** is a systematic process of comparing actual outcomes against predefined objectives to assess their effectiveness, efficiency, and impact. - It involves making judgments about the **worth** or **significance** of a program, project, or policy. *Network analysis* - **Network analysis** is a technique used to understand the relationships and connections within a system, often focusing on communication or collaboration. - It does not primarily involve comparing outcomes to objectives but rather mapping and measuring interactions between entities. *Input-output analysis* - **Input-output analysis** is an economic technique that studies the interdependence between different sectors of an economy by tracing inputs and outputs. - It is concerned with resource allocation and production linkages, not the comparison of outcomes to explicit objectives. *Monitoring* - **Monitoring** involves the continuous tracking of activities and progress against plans to ensure things are on track. - While it collects data on actual performance, its primary purpose is to observe and report as events unfold, not to make judgments about overall success against original goals.

Q: What is the definition of blindness according to WHO?

Visual acuity of less than 3/60 in the better eye. ***Visual acuity of less than 3/60 in the better eye*** - According to the **World Health Organization (WHO)**, blindness is defined as a **presenting visual acuity** of less than 3/60 (or equivalent field loss) in the **better eye**. - This definition is crucial for **epidemiological studies**, public health planning, and determining eligibility for support services. *Visual acuity of less than 6/60 in the better eye* - A visual acuity of less than 6/60 in the better eye typically defines **severe visual impairment** according to WHO classifications, not complete blindness. - It represents a significant visual deficit but is not as profound as the 3/60 threshold for blindness. *Visual acuity of less than 10/60 in the better eye* - A visual acuity of less than 10/60 does not correspond to a standard WHO classification for either blindness or severe visual impairment. - This level of vision would generally fall within the range of **moderate visual impairment**, indicating a less severe condition than blindness. *Visual acuity of less than 20/60 in the better eye* - A visual acuity of less than 20/60 (or 6/18 in metric) in the better eye is often used as a threshold for **mild visual impairment** or **driving restrictions** in some regions. - This is a much milder degree of visual loss compared to the definition of blindness.

Q: National Tuberculosis Institute is situated at?

Bengaluru. ***Bengaluru*** - The **National Tuberculosis Institute (NTI)** is located in **Bengaluru**, Karnataka, India. - It plays a crucial role in tuberculosis research, training, and program implementation in India. *Delhi* - While Delhi is a major metropolitan city with various health organizations, the **NTI** is not situated there. - Key institutions in Delhi include the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (**AIIMS**) and the National Centre for Disease Control (**NCDC**). *Mumbai* - Mumbai is another significant urban center in India, but it is not the location of the **NTI**. - Mumbai is known for institutions like the Haffkine Institute and Tata Memorial Hospital. *Kolkata* - Kolkata, a prominent city in Eastern India, does not host the **National Tuberculosis Institute**. - Important medical institutions in Kolkata include the IPGMER and SSKM Hospital.

Q: Under the national TB programme, for a PHC to be called a PHC-R, requisite is -

Microscopy. ***Microscopy*** - Under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP), **PHC-R (Primary Health Center - Revised)** serves as a **Designated Microscopy Center (DMC)**. - The requisite for PHC-R designation is the presence of **sputum microscopy facilities** with a trained laboratory technician for TB diagnosis. - Microscopy remains the cornerstone for bacteriological confirmation of pulmonary TB at the PHC level. *Microscopy plus radiology* - While radiology (chest X-ray) aids in TB diagnosis, it is **not mandatory** for PHC-R designation under NTEP. - The defining criterion for PHC-R is microscopy capability alone, not combined facilities. - Radiology is typically available at higher-level facilities like Community Health Centers or District Hospitals. *Radiology* - Radiology alone without microscopy does **not qualify** a PHC for PHC-R status. - Though useful for diagnosing pulmonary and extrapulmonary TB, chest X-ray is not the primary requisite for DMC designation. - NTEP guidelines specifically require microscopy as the essential diagnostic tool at PHC-R level. *None of the above* - This is incorrect because **microscopy is indeed the mandatory requisite** for a PHC to be designated as PHC-R under the National TB Elimination Programme.

Q: According to Vision 2020 initiative, the target ratio of ophthalmic personnel to population is –

1:50,000. ***1:50,000*** - Vision 2020 aims for a ratio of **one ophthalmic personnel per 50,000 population** to ensure adequate eye care services worldwide. - This target specifically refers to the broader category of eye care workers and helps guide the development of eye care programs and resource allocation to prevent and treat blindness. - Note: The target for ophthalmologists specifically is different (1:100,000), but this question refers to the general ophthalmic personnel ratio. *1:5,000* - A ratio of 1:5,000 would represent a significantly **higher density** of eye care professionals than the Vision 2020 goal. - While this would indicate excellent eye care coverage, it is **not the established target** set by Vision 2020. *1:10,000* - A ratio of 1:10,000, while better than many current situations, is still **more ambitious** than the Vision 2020 target. - This ratio does not align with the specific **Vision 2020 goal** for ophthalmic service delivery. *1:100,000 (1 lac)* - A ratio of 1:100,000 would indicate a significantly **lower density** of eye care professionals. - This is actually the Vision 2020 target for **ophthalmologists specifically**, not the broader category of ophthalmic personnel. - For general ophthalmic personnel, this ratio would fall short of the target.

Q: Community health center covers a population of:

80,000-1,20,000. ***80,000-1,20,000*** - A Community Health Center (CHC) typically serves a larger population, ranging from **80,000 to 120,000** individuals, focusing on providing comprehensive healthcare. - This larger population coverage allows for a broader reach of healthcare services, including specialist care and inpatient services, within a defined geographic area. *30,000-60,000* - This population range is generally too small for the scope and services typically offered by a **Community Health Center (CHC)**. - Such a population might be better served by a **Primary Health Center (PHC)**, which has a more limited scope of services. *60,000-80,000* - While closer, this range is still generally on the lower end for the optimal functioning and service provision of a **Community Health Center**. - CHCs are designed to serve a **larger demographic** to ensure efficient resource utilization for higher-level healthcare. *10,000-30,000* - This population size is characteristic of a **Primary Health Center (PHC)**, which provides basic primary care services. - A **Community Health Center (CHC)** provides a more extensive range of medical services to a significantly larger population.

Question 1

Blood soaked linens are disposed in -

Accepted Answer

Red bag

Answer

White bag

Answer

Green bag

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Black bag

Question 2

The health promotional phase in public health is between
the years:

Accepted Answer

1981-2000

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1880-1920

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1920-1960

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1960-1980

Question 3

Best for Incineration of infectious waste?

Accepted Answer

Double - chamber

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Triple - chamber

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Single - chamber

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None of the options

Question 4

When an outcome is compared with intended objectives, it is called as -

Accepted Answer

Evaluation

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Network analysis

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Input-output analysis

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Monitoring

Question 5

What is the definition of blindness according to WHO?

Accepted Answer

Visual acuity of less than 3/60 in the better eye

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Visual acuity of less than 10/60 in the better eye

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Visual acuity of less than 20/60 in the better eye

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Visual acuity of less than 6/60 in the better eye

Question 6

Ministry of AYUSH was formed in 2014 for the development of education and research in the field of:

Accepted Answer

All of the above systems (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy, and Naturopathy)

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Ayurveda and Yoga only

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Siddha and Homeopathy only

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Unani and Naturopathy only

Question 7

National Tuberculosis Institute is situated at?

Accepted Answer

Bengaluru

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Delhi

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Mumbai

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Kolkata

Question 8

Under the national TB programme, for a PHC to be called a PHC-R, requisite is -

Accepted Answer

Microscopy

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Microscopy plus radiology

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Radiology

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None of the above

Question 9

According to Vision 2020 initiative, the target ratio of ophthalmic personnel to population is –

Accepted Answer

1:50,000

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1:5,000

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1:10,000

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1:100,000 (1 lac)

Question 10

Community health center covers a population of:

Accepted Answer

80,000-1,20,000

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30,000-60,000

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60,000-80,000

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10,000-30,000

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