Social Class and Health

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the relationship between social class and health. It covers topics such as the influence of socioeconomic status on health outcomes, the role of social factors in shaping health behaviors, and the impact of social class on access to healthcare.
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to the relationship between social class and health?

  1. Income

  2. Education

  3. Occupation

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Genetics is not a social factor, and therefore does not directly contribute to the relationship between social class and health.

Which of the following is a health behavior that is more common among lower social classes?

  1. Smoking

  2. Physical activity

  3. Healthy diet

  4. Regular checkups


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Smoking is a health behavior that is more common among lower social classes, due to factors such as stress, lack of access to healthcare, and cultural norms.

Which of the following is a social factor that can influence health outcomes?

  1. Neighborhood environment

  2. Social support

  3. Discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above social factors can influence health outcomes, by affecting access to healthcare, health behaviors, and overall well-being.

Which of the following is a health outcome that is more common among higher social classes?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Stroke

  3. Cancer

  4. Life expectancy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Life expectancy is a health outcome that is more common among higher social classes, due to factors such as better access to healthcare, healthier lifestyles, and lower levels of stress.

Which of the following is a policy that can be implemented to reduce health inequalities?

  1. Universal healthcare

  2. Minimum wage laws

  3. Affordable housing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above policies can be implemented to reduce health inequalities, by addressing the social and economic factors that contribute to these inequalities.

Which of the following is a social class indicator that is commonly used in research on social class and health?

  1. Income

  2. Education

  3. Occupation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above social class indicators are commonly used in research on social class and health, as they provide a comprehensive measure of an individual's social position.

Which of the following is a health behavior that is more common among higher social classes?

  1. Physical activity

  2. Healthy diet

  3. Regular checkups

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above health behaviors are more common among higher social classes, due to factors such as better access to healthcare, healthier lifestyles, and lower levels of stress.

Which of the following is a health outcome that is more common among lower social classes?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Stroke

  3. Cancer

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above health outcomes are more common among lower social classes, due to factors such as poorer access to healthcare, unhealthier lifestyles, and higher levels of stress.

Which of the following is a social factor that can contribute to health inequalities?

  1. Discrimination

  2. Social support

  3. Neighborhood environment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above social factors can contribute to health inequalities, by affecting access to healthcare, health behaviors, and overall well-being.

Which of the following is a policy that can be implemented to address the social determinants of health?

  1. Universal healthcare

  2. Minimum wage laws

  3. Affordable housing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above policies can be implemented to address the social determinants of health, by improving access to healthcare, education, and other resources that are essential for good health.

Which of the following is a health outcome that is associated with higher levels of social class?

  1. Lower mortality rates

  2. Better self-rated health

  3. Fewer chronic diseases

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above health outcomes are associated with higher levels of social class, due to factors such as better access to healthcare, healthier lifestyles, and lower levels of stress.

Which of the following is a social factor that can contribute to health inequalities?

  1. Discrimination

  2. Social support

  3. Neighborhood environment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above social factors can contribute to health inequalities, by affecting access to healthcare, health behaviors, and overall well-being.

Which of the following is a policy that can be implemented to address the social determinants of health?

  1. Universal healthcare

  2. Minimum wage laws

  3. Affordable housing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above policies can be implemented to address the social determinants of health, by improving access to healthcare, education, and other resources that are essential for good health.

Which of the following is a health outcome that is associated with higher levels of social class?

  1. Lower mortality rates

  2. Better self-rated health

  3. Fewer chronic diseases

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above health outcomes are associated with higher levels of social class, due to factors such as better access to healthcare, healthier lifestyles, and lower levels of stress.

Which of the following is a social factor that can contribute to health inequalities?

  1. Discrimination

  2. Social support

  3. Neighborhood environment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above social factors can contribute to health inequalities, by affecting access to healthcare, health behaviors, and overall well-being.

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