UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS UNIVERSITEITSEKSAMENS, ee om, UNISA liz. HEC101V October/November 2015 HEALTH EDUCATION Duraton 2 Hours 100 Marks EXAMINERS FIRST MRS MH PHAJANE ‘SECOND MRS D HANNAWAY Closed book examination. ‘This examination question paper remains the property of the University of South Africa and may not be removed from the exammation venue This paper consists of EIGHT (6) pages. SECTION A: Consists of multiple choice question (30 marks) SECTION B: Answer any TWO (2) questions (70 marks) [TURN OVER]2 HECIO1V OctiNov 2015 SECTION A Answer ALL the questions in this section. QUESTION 1 the answer (a, b, ¢ or d) next to the question number in your answer book, e.g. 1.1 (a) ‘Select the ONE MOST CORRECT answer for each of the following questions. Write down | 11 Chronic diseases are primarily caused by (a) pathogens. (b) — bactena (©) genetics (4) __Iifestyles and behaviours 12 Controllable health risk factors include all of the following except (a) insufficient exercise (b) weak diet () drug abuse (d) genetic predisposition 13 Health promotion is (a) _anetfective health-related advertising campaign. (b) an organised effort which encourages healthy behaviours and habits. (©) a planned treatment intervention (@) a training of health professionals in disease prevention 14 group of organs working together to perform a specific function is called a (@) tite cycle (b) genetic inhentance (©) body system (@) homeostasis. 15 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 (©) protection of the body from germs and other disease-causing agents. (@) —Allof the above. [TURN OVER]HEC101V Oct/Nov 2015 ‘Which system working together with the respiratory system, supplies body cells with oxygen? nervous system circulatory system lymphatic system endocrine system During mhalation the diaphragm . . and the chest cavity. ... relaxes, shninks relaxes, enlarges contracts, shnnks contracts, enlarges ‘Awaste product of the process of metabolism is. carbon dioxide. ‘oxygen. rttrogen. lactic acid. Bile 1s made inthe. . andstoredinthe . . ler, gallbladder galibladder, pancreas ‘The largest part of the brain is the cerebellum ‘cerebrum medulla. midbrain Another name for bed-wetting 5 penstalsis enuresis. encopresis pyelonephntis. (TURN OVER]112 (a) (b) © @ 113 (@) © (ce) (a) (a) (b) (c) (d) 115 (a) (©) @ 1.16 (a) () @) WW (a) (b) @) 4 HECIO1V ‘OctNov 2015, ‘The part of the tongue that is sensitive to a sour taste is the side of the tongue. the back of the tongue the middle of the tongue the front of the tongue. Fibre wn food helps with all of the following, EXCEPT... preventing certain types of cancer lowering cholesterol regulating blood sugar. increasing overall energy ‘The main function of protem 1s to... . ‘carry oxygen to the lungs. help build and repaw body tissue cary vitamins to the surrounding tissues. help with the contraction and relaxation of muscles ‘Which vitamin is water-soluble? Vitamin D Vitamin K Vitamin C Vitamin A. ‘The Human Immune-deficiency virus (HIV) can enter the body through shanng a comb sharing a Coke breast milk. none of the above. Diabetes is a disease which is caused when the ... does not produce enough insulin ler gallbladder pancreas spleen [TURN OVER}1.18 (a) ©) @ 1.49 (a) (b) (co) @ 1.20 (a) () @) 121 (a) (b) (c) (a) 1.22 (a) (b) (©) @ 123 (@) {b) © ® 5 HECIO1V OcUNov 2015 Which of the following cognitive benefits can an individual attain through regular physical activity? decrease in stress and anxiety increase in feelings of self-worth and self-esteem all of the above none of the above What are the general charactenstics of a malignant melanoma (skin cancer)? asymmetncal in shape even border even in colour spreads slowly Scoliosis ts a disease which manly affects the... cardiopulmonary system. neurological system. endocrine system muskuloskeletal system. ‘Two basic needs identified by Maslow, include. . success and popularity. physical strength and stamina. food and shelter. ‘power and leadership. ‘When children have good self-esteem they are likely to... engage in drug use on their own, without the encouragement of their fends. be confident about their social and school performance isolate themselves from assertive peers refuse to enter into competitive play ‘An individuat's conviction about bemg male or female 1s known as... sex role gender gender identity. sexual onentation. (TURN OVER]124 (a) o © @ 125 fa) (b) (c) @ 1.26 (a) (b) (c) @ 127 (a) () @ 1.28 (a) (c) @® 1.29 fa) (b) (co) @ 6 HECIO1V OcYNov 2015 Hans Selye identified three stages our bodies go through as they respond to stress. This 1s known as eustress coping mechanisms general adaptation syndrome distress. The fight or fight response... . 15 taught to children by parents 48 a sign of mental illness. 18. survival response to perceived dangers ‘should be controlled to prevent violent behaviour Aggressive bullies tend to be anxious, insecure and dependent ‘generally do not inttiate the aggressive acts. may lack inhibitions against aggression. are the most common type of bully Regular exercise dunng childhood can reduce the nsk of which one of the following diseases in adulthood? heart disease diabetes mellitus osteoporosis all of the above ‘Which of the following 1s related to psychological drug dependence? The person experiences a craving Withdrawal from the drug produces psychological symptoms Withdrawal from the drug produces physical symptoms. Al\of the above = eccurs when someone prepares for the expected death of a loved one. A premonition Anticipatory grief Anger and rage Bargaining (TURN OVER]7 HECIOIV OctiNov 2015 1.30 When helping a child who has a nosebleed you should . (a) place a cold compress on the child’s neck and nose {b) plug the nostriis with cotton wool. (©) pinch the chid's nostrils together with the head bent slightly backwards (@) pinch the child's nostrils together with the head bent slightly forwards TOTAL SECTION A: 130] SECTION B Answer any TWO (2) questions in this section (70 marks) QUESTION 2 2.1 Discuss what is meant by a healthy Ifestyle 6) 2.2 Discuss ways in which an educator can support the family of a leamer who is suffering from a chronic ines (15) 2.3 Critically discuss some of the factors which have been linked to the increasing incidence of child abuse in South Africa and indicate the possible role you think the educator can play in preventing or mitigating some of these factors (15) 135] QUESTION 3 31 The health of family members can be affected by their economic and social standing in the community. Do you agree with this statement? Explain (10) 3.2 Discuss the common sources of stress in aither foundation phase or intermediate and senior phase leamers and explain how you can help leamers deal with stress (15) 3.3 Desenbe the effects of hospitalisation on the young child. (10) [35] (TURN OVER]8 HECI01V ‘Oct/Nov 2015 QUESTION 4 41 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Only write down the ‘answer (true or false) next to the question number e.g (A) - false (A) The belief that doctors, nurses and other health professionals have control over health, is referred to as “powerful other locus of control.” (B) 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) An example of a secondary prevention activity would be changing dietary choices after being diagnosed with high cholesterol (E) Tertiary prevention ts preventing a disease before it begins. © 42 Discuss the role of the teacher in the care and support of leamers who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS (15) 43, Explain the relationship of heatth to the child's emotional, social and cognitive (or intellectual) development (add any examples of your own). (15) [35] ‘TOTAL SECTION B: 170] TOTAL: [100] °