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National Health Policy 2017: Objectives and Key Features

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the objectives and key features of the National Health Policy 2017, a comprehensive policy framework for improving the health status of the Indian population.
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What is the primary goal of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To improve the health status of the Indian population

  2. To reduce healthcare costs

  3. To increase the number of healthcare providers

  4. To promote medical tourism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Health Policy 2017 aims to achieve comprehensive healthcare for all Indians, with a focus on improving health outcomes and reducing the burden of disease.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Universal health coverage

  2. Preventive and promotive healthcare

  3. Public-private partnership

  4. Mandatory health insurance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Policy 2017 does not mandate health insurance, but it encourages voluntary health insurance schemes to improve access to healthcare services.

What is the target for universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. 50%

  2. 75%

  3. 90%

  4. 100%


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Policy 2017 aims to achieve universal health coverage, meaning that all Indians have access to essential health services without financial hardship.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for achieving universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Expanding public health insurance schemes

  2. Promoting preventive and promotive healthcare

  3. Improving the quality of healthcare services

  4. Increasing the number of healthcare providers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While increasing the number of healthcare providers is important for improving access to healthcare services, it is not a specific strategy for achieving universal health coverage under the National Health Policy 2017.

What is the role of preventive and promotive healthcare in the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To reduce the burden of disease

  2. To improve health outcomes

  3. To promote healthy lifestyles

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Preventive and promotive healthcare plays a crucial role in reducing the burden of disease, improving health outcomes, and promoting healthy lifestyles, all of which are key objectives of the National Health Policy 2017.

Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for preventive and promotive healthcare under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Immunization

  2. Nutrition

  3. Mental health

  4. Tobacco control


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While mental health is an important aspect of overall health, it is not specifically mentioned as a key area of focus for preventive and promotive healthcare under the National Health Policy 2017.

What is the role of public-private partnership in the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To improve the efficiency of healthcare services

  2. To increase access to healthcare services

  3. To reduce healthcare costs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Public-private partnership is seen as a way to improve the efficiency, increase access, and reduce the costs of healthcare services, thereby contributing to the overall goals of the National Health Policy 2017.

Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for public-private partnership under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Infrastructure development

  2. Healthcare service delivery

  3. Medical research and development

  4. Health insurance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While health insurance is an important aspect of healthcare financing, it is not specifically mentioned as a key area of focus for public-private partnership under the National Health Policy 2017.

What is the role of technology in the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To improve the efficiency of healthcare services

  2. To increase access to healthcare services

  3. To reduce healthcare costs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technology is seen as a key enabler for improving the efficiency, increasing access, and reducing the costs of healthcare services, thereby contributing to the overall goals of the National Health Policy 2017.

Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for technology in the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Telemedicine

  2. Electronic health records

  3. Health information systems

  4. Medical devices


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While medical devices are an important part of healthcare technology, they are not specifically mentioned as a key area of focus for technology in the National Health Policy 2017.

What is the role of the government in the implementation of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To provide financial support

  2. To regulate the healthcare sector

  3. To monitor and evaluate the implementation of the policy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government plays a crucial role in the implementation of the National Health Policy 2017 by providing financial support, regulating the healthcare sector, and monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the policy.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge in the implementation of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. Limited financial resources

  2. Shortage of healthcare professionals

  3. Lack of public awareness about the policy

  4. Political interference


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While political interference can be a challenge in the implementation of any policy, it is not specifically mentioned as a key challenge in the implementation of the National Health Policy 2017.

What is the significance of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. It provides a comprehensive framework for improving the health status of the Indian population

  2. It is the first national health policy to focus on universal health coverage

  3. It promotes preventive and promotive healthcare

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Health Policy 2017 is significant because it provides a comprehensive framework for improving the health status of the Indian population, focuses on universal health coverage, and promotes preventive and promotive healthcare.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To reduce the burden of disease

  2. To improve health outcomes

  3. To promote healthy lifestyles

  4. To increase healthcare expenditure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While increasing healthcare expenditure may be a necessary means to achieve the other objectives of the National Health Policy 2017, it is not a key objective in itself.

What is the target for reducing the burden of disease under the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. 25%

  2. 50%

  3. 75%

  4. 100%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Health Policy 2017 aims to reduce the burden of disease by 25% by the year 2025.

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