CPP Needs Assessment & Data Collection 3

Question 1

The 'gap analysis' component of a needs assessment compares:

Accepted Answer

The current state of a problem with the desired or ideal state

Answer

Gap analysis identifies the difference between the current situation and the desired outcome, defining the scope of the problem to address.

Question 2

Which of the following BEST describes 'epidemiological surveillance' in prevention?

Accepted Answer

The ongoing systematic collection and analysis of data to monitor health trends

Answer

Epidemiological surveillance is the continuous, systematic monitoring of disease or behavior patterns to detect trends and inform action.

Question 3

When analyzing qualitative focus group data, which technique is MOST commonly used to identify themes?

Accepted Answer

Thematic coding

Answer

Thematic coding involves systematically categorizing qualitative data into recurring patterns or themes that emerge from the text.

Question 4

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Strategic Prevention Framework Step 2 focuses on:

Accepted Answer

Assessing needs, resources, and readiness

Answer

Step 2 of SAMHSA's SPF is Assessment, which involves examining the community's needs, resources, and readiness to address substance misuse.

Question 5

A prevention specialist notices that alcohol-related ER visits are highest in census tracts with the greatest density of alcohol outlets. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Ecological correlation linking environmental factors to outcomes

Answer

Ecological correlations show relationships between environmental characteristics and outcomes at the population level, though causation cannot be confirmed.

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CPP Needs Assessment & Data Collection 3