UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS UNIVERSITEITSEKSAMENS —— UNISA tise, HEC101V MaylJune 2011 HEALTH EDUCATION Duration: 2 Hours: 100 Marks EXAMINATION PANEL AS APPOINTED BY THE DEPARTMENT This paper consists of 7 pages SECTION A: Answer ALL the questions (30 marks) SECTION B' Answer ANY TWO (2) questions (70 marks). SECTION A Answer ALL the questions in this section QUESTION 1 Select the most correct answer for each of the following questions. Write down the answer (a, b, ¢ or d) next to the question number in your answer book,eg. 11 (a) 44 Chronic diseases are pnmanly caused by (a) pathogens {b) bacteria () genetics (d)__Ifestyles and behaviours [TURN OVER]12 13 14 15 16 17 18 2 HECI01V MaylJune 2011 Controllable heaith nsk factors include all ofthe following, except (2) insufficient exercise (b) — poordiet (c) substance abuse (4) genetic predisposition Health promotion is, {a) _aneffective health-related advertising campaign {b) an organised effort which encourages healthy behaviours and habits (©) @ planned treatment intervention (d) a training of health professionals in disease prevention ‘A group of organs working together to perform a specific function is called a (@) Ife cycle (b) genetic ihentance (0) body system (6) homeostasis The function of the skin is (a) excretion of mineral salts and small amounts of body wastes {b) conversion of ultraviolet rays from the sun to vitamin D (c) protection of the body fram germs and other disease-causing agents ()__allofthe above Which system working together with the respiratory system, supplies body cells with oxygen? (2) nervous system (b) circulatory system (©) lymphatic system (©) endoenne system Durning inhalation the diaphragm and the chest cavity (@) relaxes, shrinks (b) relaxes, enlarges (©) contracts, shinks (©) contracts, enlarges ‘Awaste product of the process of metabolism 1s (a) carbon dioxide (b) oxygen (©) nitrogen (©) lactic acid ITURN OVER}19 110 1 412 413 114 115 3 HECI01V May/June 2011 Bile 1s made in the and stored in the (2) spleen, pancreas (b) pancreas, liver (©) liver, gallbladder () gallbladder, pancreas The largest part of the brain 1s the (a) cerebellum (b) cerebrum (©) medulla ()—rmdbrain Another name for bed-wetting 1s (2) penstaisis () enuresis (c) encopresis () —_pyelonephnitis The part of the tongue that 1s sensitive to a sour taste 1s (a) __ the side of the tongue {b) the back of the tongue (c) the middle of the tongue (d) the front of the tongue Fibre in food helps with all of the following, EXCEPT (2) preventing certain types of cancer () lowering cholesterol (©) regulating biood sugar (@) increasing overall energy The main function of protein 1s to (2) carry oxygen to the lungs {b) help build and repair body tissue (©) carry vitamins to the surrounding tissues (@) help with the contraction and relaxation of muscles Which vitamin 1s water-soluble? (2) Vitamin D (b) Vitamin K (©) Vitamin (Vitamin A ITURN OVER}116 117 118 119 120 121 422 4 HECI01V May/June 2014 ‘The Human Immune-deficiency virus (HIV) can enter the body through (a) shanng acomb (b) sharing a coke (©) breast milk (¢) none of the above Diabetes 1s a disease which 1s caused when the does not produce enough insulin @ wer (0) galibladger (©) pancreas (@ spleen Which of the following cognitive benefits can an individual attain through regular physical activity? (@) decrease in stress and anxiety (b) increase in feelings of self-worth and self-esteem (©) allofthe above (©) none of the above ‘What are the general characteristics of a malignant melanoma (skin cancer)? (2) asymmetrical in shape (b) even border (©) evenin colour (©) spreads siowly Scoliosis is @ disease which mainly affects the (2) cardiopulmonary system (b) neurological system (©) endocnne system (@) _ muskuloskeletal system Two basic needs identified by Maslow, include (2) success and popularity (b) physical strength and stamina (©) food and shelter (d) power and leadership ‘When children have good self-esteem they are likely to, (2) engage im drug use on their own, without the encouragement of their fends (b) be confident about their social and school performance (©) \solate themselves from assertive peers (@) refuse to enter into competitive play (TURN OVER}123 124 125 126 127 128 5 HECIO1V May/June 2011 ‘An individual's conviction about being male or female 1s known as (@)— sexrole (b) gender (@) gender identity (@) sexual onentation Hans Selye identified three stages our bodies go through as they respond to stress This 's known as (2) eustress (b) coping mechanisms (6) general adaptation syndrome (@) distress ‘The flight or fight response (a) tS taught to children by parents (0) 1S. sign of mental ilness (c) 18. surwval response to perceived dangers (a) should be controlled to prevent violent behaviour Aggressive bullies (a) tend to be anxious, insecure and dependent (b) generally do not initiate the aggressive acts (€) may lack inmibtions against aggression (d) are the most common type of bully Regular exercise dunng childhood can reduce the risk of which one of the following diseases in adulthood? {a) heart disease (b) diabetes metitus (©) osteoporosis (4) allof the above \Whieh of the following 1s related to psychological drug dependence? (@) The person expenences a craving (0) Withdrawal from the drug produces psychological symptoms (c) Withdrawal from the drug produces physical symptoms id) Allof the above ITURN OVERI129 130 6 HECIOIV May/June 2014 ‘occurs when someone prepares for the expected death of a loved one (2) Apremonition (©) Anticipatory gnef (©) Anger and rage @ Bargaining When helping a child who has @ nosebleed you should (2) place a cold compress on the child's neck and nose {b) plug the nostris with cottonwool (©) pinch the child's nostnis together with the head bent slightly backwards (8) pinch the child's nostnls together with the head bent slightly forwards [30] SECTION B Choose and answer any TWO (2) questions in this section QUESTION 2 24 Briefly explain what information you would include when planning TWO learning activities for foundation phase or intermediate and senior phase learners Please indicate the grade -safety at home @) -nutation @ -physical fitness (9) 2.2 Bnefly discuss the topic consumer health and its influence for either the foundation phase or the intermediate and senior phase learner (12) 23° Bnefly explain the World Health Organisation's definition of *health” 6) [35] ITURN OVER]7 HEC101V May/June 2011 QUESTION 3 3.1. Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE Only wnite down the answer (true or false) next to the question numbereg A. faise (A) The belief that doctors, nurses and other health professionals have control over health, 1s referred to as “powerful other locus of control ” (8) Having a strong intemal locus of control means that you believe that health is a result of chance, luck or fate (C) Primary prevention targets individuals who are already diagnosed with a specific disease or condition (0) Anexample of a secondary prevention activity would be changing dietary choices, after being diagnosed with high cholesterol (©) Tettiaty prevention is preventing a disease before it begins 6) 3.2 Discuss the common sources of stress in e/ther foundation phase or intermediate and senior phase learners and explain how you can help leamers deal with stress (18) 33 Explain how you would educate foundation phase or intermediate phase learners about sexual abuse (15) 35] QUESTION 4 4.1 Discuss, giving examples, the enteria for determining appropriate learning expenences for health education (10) 42 Discuss fully the implications of the official school policy on HIV/AIDS for either the foundation phase or intermediate and senior phase teacher (15) 4.3. Discuss what is meant by the following -a healthy lifestyle ©) -health education ©) [35] ITOTAL: 100] FIRST EXAMINER: ‘Ms KH van As SECOND EXAMINER: —_ Dr Van Schalkwyk ° UNISA 2014