1. Which of the following is NOT considered a data source for health

indicators in public health practice?

A) Electronic health records

B) Census data

C) Social media

D) Self-reported surveys

Answer: C) Social media

Rationale: Social media is not typically considered a reliable or valid data

source for health indicators in public health practice due to issues with

data quality and representativeness.

2. What is the purpose of using health indicators in public health practice?

A) To increase healthcare costs

B) To measure and monitor population health

C) To limit access to healthcare services

D) To decrease health disparities

Answer: B) To measure and monitor population health

Rationale: Health indicators are used in public health practice to help

measure and monitor the health status of populations over time, identify

areas in need of improvement, and evaluate the impact of interventions.

3. Which of the following is an example of a process indicator in public

health practice?

A) Infant mortality rate

B) Percentage of adults who smoke

C) Number of health screenings conducted

D) Life expectancy

Answer: C) Number of health screenings conducted

Rationale: Process indicators measure activities or interventions that are

conducted to improve health outcomes, such as the number of screenings

conducted or services provided.

4. True or False: Health indicators are only used to assess individual

health outcomes.

A) True

B) False