Health Education II: Main Exam, 27 March 2023

Mount Kenya University · Department of Community Health, Epidemiology and Biostatistics · Diploma in Community Oral Health · DPH2108

Health Education II (dph2108) Mount Kenya University 2022/2023 past paper with model answers

Instructions: 1. This paper has two parts: Section 'A' AND Section 'B' 2. Section 'A' is COMPULSORY and carries 40 Marks. 3. Section 'B' has three questions of which you are required to attempt TWO.

SECTION A (40 marks)

1. Define the following terms:

  1. a) Community
    Model answer
    • Community: A group of people living in a defined geographic area or sharing common interests, values, and social relationships, who interact and identify as a collective unit.
  2. b) Illness
    Model answer
    • Illness: The individual's subjective experience of poor health, encompassing symptoms, feelings of discomfort, and perceived loss of functional ability.
  3. c) Health
    Model answer
    • Health: A state of complete physical, mental, and social well‑being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

2. Highlight the principles of health education.

Model answer
  • Principles of health education
  • Participation: Learners actively engage in the learning process.
  • Relevance: Content must be meaningful to the target audience.
  • Empowerment: Build skills and confidence to make health‑promoting choices.
  • Cultural sensitivity: Respect and incorporate local beliefs and practices.
  • Continuity: Provide ongoing support and reinforcement.
  • Evaluation: Assess outcomes and modify programmes as needed.
  • Accessibility: Ensure information is understandable and reachable for all groups.

3. State the factors that suggest the communities are active in participation

Model answer
  • Factors indicating active community participation
  • Existence of local health committees or groups.
  • Regular attendance at community meetings or health talks.
  • Volunteer involvement in health campaigns.
  • Community‑led identification of health problems.
  • Collaborative planning and decision‑making with health workers.
  • Use of local resources and indigenous knowledge.
  • Feedback mechanisms (suggestion boxes, surveys) are utilized.
  • More answers:
  • Community ownership of projects; sustained follow‑up actions; representation of diverse sub‑groups.

4. Explain components of communication.

Model answer
  • Components of communication
  • Sender: Originates the message.
  • Message: Content being conveyed.
  • Channel: Medium used (verbal, written, visual).
  • Receiver: Person or group interpreting the message.
  • Feedback: Response that indicates understanding.
  • Noise: Any interference that distorts the message.
  • Context: Social, cultural, and environmental setting influencing interpretation.

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