Question 1

Based on the eating habits of Haidee and Roxan in the story, which of the following actions would be the best for improving Roxan’s overall health in the long term?

Accepted Answer

Add more fruits and vegetables to her diet while reducing processed foods like chips and sugary drinks.

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Continue eating pizza and chocolate but try to exercise more to balance it out.

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Consume the same foods but simply increase portion sizes for more energy.

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Switch to a completely vegetarian diet like Haidee, even though she enjoys her current meals.

Question 2

Which statement best explains the difference between Haidee and Roxan’s eating habits?

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Haidee eats a balanced diet, while Roxan consumes mostly unhealthy food.

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Roxan eats more frequently than Haidee.

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Haidee prefers home-cooked meals, while Roxan enjoys fast food.

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Roxan skips meals, while Haidee eats regularly.

Question 3

What can be inferred about the long-term effects of Haidee and Roxan’s food choices?

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Haidee is more likely to be healthier and stronger over time.

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Roxan will have more energy because she eats more frequently.

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Roxan’s diet will help her stay fit and active.

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Haidee might struggle with health issues due to her food intake.

Question 4

What lesson does the story aim to teach about food choices?

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A healthy diet is necessary for long-term energy and strength.

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Eating fast food is more enjoyable than eating fruits and vegetables.

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It is okay to eat junk food as long as you exercise.

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Drinking soft drinks can replace the need for water.

Question 5

Based on the story, which statement is TRUE?

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Roxan realized she should add healthy food to her diet.

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Haidee and Roxan have identical eating habits.

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Their teacher discouraged them from eating any snacks.

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Haidee decided to follow Roxan’s diet for a day.

Question 6

Based on the graph showing the prevalence of non-communicable diseases in the Philippines, which of the following actions would be most effective in reducing the burden of these diseases on the population?

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Increase awareness campaigns for heart disease prevention, focusing on diet and exercise, as cardiovascular diseases have the highest prevalence.

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Distribute equal resources to all three diseases, regardless of their prevalence, to ensure a balanced healthcare approach.

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Focus solely on cancer treatment, since it has the second-highest prevalence among the diseases shown.

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Promote diabetes management programs only for those diagnosed, without focusing on preventive measures.

Question 7

How can this bar graph be used to develop health policies in the Philippines?

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By analyzing the most prevalent disease and allocating more resources to its prevention and treatment.

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By assuming all non-communicable diseases require the same resources.

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By ignoring the data and implementing random health programs.

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By focusing only on cancer and disregarding other diseases.

Question 8

What can be inferred about the impact of cardiovascular diseases compared to cancer and diabetes based on the graph?

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Cardiovascular diseases may pose a greater health burden due to their higher prevalence.

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The data shows no significant difference among the diseases.

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Cancer is the leading cause of death because it has the lowest number of cases.

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Diabetes is the least concerning disease and does not require medical attention.

Question 9

Why is it important to monitor the prevalence of non-communicable diseases like those shown in the graph?

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To understand which diseases require more healthcare resources and interventions.

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To ignore the impact of lifestyle choices on health.

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To eliminate the need for medical research.

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To reduce the funding for healthcare programs.

Question 10

What might be a possible reason for the high number of cardiovascular disease cases in the Philippines?

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Poor diet, lack of exercise, and high stress levels among individuals.

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The total elimination of other diseases.

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Excessive consumption of fruits and vegetables.

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A complete lack of healthcare facilities in the country.

Question 11

What is the best method to determine which communicable disease in the table poses the highest global threat?

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Analyze global health reports and statistical data on disease prevalence and mortality rates.

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Assume that all diseases have the same impact without checking data.

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Ask individuals about their personal experiences with each disease.

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Conduct laboratory experiments on all the diseases.

Question 12

Which of the following is the most effective procedural step to prevent the social transmission of communicable diseases like tuberculosis and influenza?

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Isolate infected individuals, promote vaccination, and encourage proper hygiene practices.

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Assume that social transmission cannot be controlled and do nothing.

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Avoid all social interactions permanently.

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Rely only on personal immunity without taking preventive measures.

Question 13

A 50-year old patient diagnosed with active pulmonary tuberculosis has begun standard antitubercular therapy. His physician also recommends adopting a healthier lifestyle to complement the treatment. Which of the following best explains how a balanced diet rich in micronutrients and regular moderate exercise can improve his treatment outcomes?

Accepted Answer

They enhance the immune response by providing essential nutrients for immune cell function and improve lung capacity and circulation.

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They shorten the duration of antitubercular therapy by making the drugs more effective in eliminating the bacteria.

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They directly kill the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria by increasing the body’s temperature and metabolic rate.

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They primarily serve to reduce psychological stress, which is the main barrier to recovery in tuberculosis.

Question 14

A community experience a sudden increase in tuberculosis (TB) cases. Health officials identify that most of the affected individuals live in overcrowded housing with poor ventilation. Based on this information, which of the following best explains the most likely mode of transmission of TB in this community?

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Inhalation of airborne droplets from an infected person

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Vector-borne transmission through insects

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Direct contact with contaminated surfaces

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Consumption of contaminated surfaces

Question 15

A health worker is educating a group of teenagers about HIV/AIDS transmission. One of the participants asks, “If I share food and drinks with a person living with HIV, can I get infected?” Based from the table on its mode of transmission, which of the following is the most appropriate response?

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No, because HIV is not transmitted through casual contact like sharing food or drinks.

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No, because HIV can only be transmitted through airborne droplets, like tuberculosis.

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Yes, because HIV can spread through saliva in shared food and drinks.

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Yes, because any contact with an infected person’s fluids can result in transmission.

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