CDC Train Exam! Questions and Answers
Key Steps - answer 1) identify the problem or issue
2) identify an appropriate policy solution - identify & describe policy options - assess policy options - prioritize policy solutions 3) develop a strategy for furthering adoption of a policy solution
CDC's role - answer 1) identify + describe policy options for PH problems 2) economic + budgetary impacts 3) identify EB policy solutions + gaps in evidence
Can the CDC lobby at the federal, state, and local level? - answer no
STEP 1: identify the problem or issue - answer 1) clearly identify problem/issue 2) synthesize data
- burden (# people affected)
- frequency
- severity - scope (outcomes) 3) Be specific, look at: - contributing risk factors in literature 4) frame problem to illuminate possible policy solutions
STEP 2A: Identify and describe policy options - answer 1) Identify - research policy options by: literature review, surveying best practices, environmental scan - include alternate and opposing POVs - include maintaining status quo 2) Describe
- describe each policy option: ^ process + structure
^ health impact, feasibility, economic + budgetary impact
STEP 2B: Assess Policy Options - answer 1) use table to rate policy options (https://www.cdc.gov/policy/analysis/process/docs/Table1.pdf) - for each criterion: write concerns about amount or quality of data 2) Use another table to assess each option independently against criteria (https://www.cdc.gov/policy/analysis/process/docs/Table2.pdf)
- can have "no policy change" - grounded in evidence, but subjective STEP 2C: prioritize policy options - answer from rating assigned in 2B, evaluate policy alternatives against each other + prioritize policy options
STEP 3: Develop a strategy for furthering adoption of the policy solution - answer 1) Clarifying operational issues - how policy will operate + steps for implementation - identify considerations + assistance from those who will adopt policy (jurisdiction + info needs)
2) sharing information - key stakeholders - state, tribal, local and territorial governments
- federal agencies
-community based organizations -decision makers 3) potential products - background white paper (data of health impact, feasibility, budget + economic impact) - bibliography and data compendium - presentation of policy priorities or recs - policy brief: summarize policy options and recommended action
4) conducting additional background work - no prioritized or ready for "prime time" need other steps
provide a framework to assess capacity and performance of public health systems and public health governing bodies - answer The National PH Performance Standards (NPHPS)
Using the NPHPS can: - answer 1) Improve organizational and community communication and collaboration
2) Educate participants about public health and the interconnectedness of activities
3) Strengthen the diverse network of partners within state and local public health systems
4) Identify strengths and weaknesses to address in quality improvement efforts
4) Provide a benchmark for public health practice improvements
10 PH services - answer Assess and monitor population health status, factors that influence health, and community needs and assets
Investigate, diagnose, and address health problems and hazards affecting the population
Communicate effectively to inform and educate people about health, factors that influence it, and how to improve it
Strengthen, support, and mobilize communities and partnerships to improve health
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Dreamer252. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $20.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
