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Communication Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following is the best example of a 'SMART' communication objective for a prevention campaign?

    Answer: Increase the percentage of middle school students who report talking to a parent about drugs from 40% to 60% by June 30

    SMART objectives are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound — all elements present in the second option.

  2. When a prevention program's outcomes conflict with community beliefs, the specialist should first:

    Answer: Acknowledge the tension and facilitate open dialogue about the findings

    Facilitating honest dialogue about conflicting data and beliefs fosters community trust and collaborative problem-solving.

  3. In prevention communication, 'gatekeepers' are best described as:

    Answer: Individuals or institutions that control access to a target audience

    Gatekeepers such as school principals, faith leaders, or editors control whether messages reach the intended audience.

  4. Which technique helps prevent miscommunication when collaborating with partner organizations?

    Answer: Establishing clear written agreements on roles, responsibilities, and definitions

    Written agreements and shared definitions reduce ambiguity and prevent misaligned expectations across partner organizations.

  5. A prevention specialist is reviewing a brochure draft for a rural community. The specialist notes the reading level is grade 12. The best action is to:

    Answer: Revise to a 6th to 8th grade reading level using plain language

    Health communication materials should be written at a 6th–8th grade level to maximize accessibility across diverse literacy levels.

  6. In prevention, 'tailored communication' differs from 'targeted communication' in that tailored communication:

    Answer: Is customized to individual characteristics rather than group-level traits

    Tailored communication is personalized to an individual's specific profile, while targeted communication addresses shared characteristics of a group.

  7. Which of the following behaviors demonstrates ethical communication practice for a CPS professional?

    Answer: Representing data accurately and acknowledging limitations

    Ethical communication requires honest representation of data, including limitations, to maintain integrity and public trust.