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Test Bank Docx Ch16 Preventing Firearm Injuries – A Public

Chapter 16: Preventing Firearm Injuries – A Public Health Issue

Multiple Choice

1. In 2013, the White House released a play to protect children and communities by reducing firearm violence. This plan was called:

A. Stop Violence Now

B. Now is the Time

C. Ending Urban Violence

D. Protecting Children and Families

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2. One of the most striking features in the debates over firearm violence and potential public health solutions is:

A. Lack of advocacy groups

B. Consensus policy documents

C. Spending by pro and anti-organizations

D. Absence of comprehensive data

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3. The system used by CDC to report data on fatal firearm homicides and suicides in the U.S. is abbreviated:

A. BRFSS

B. NHANES
C. WISQARS

D. NHIS

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4. Looking at CDC data from 2009 and 2010 about homicides and suicides in the 50 most populous U.S. metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs), which of the following statements is true?

A. Since 2006-2007, 75% of MSAs had an increased homicide rate and decreased suicide rate.

B. Since 2006-2007, 75% of MSAs had a decreased homicide rate and decreased suicide rate.

C. Since 2006-2007, 75% of MSAs had a decreased homicide rate and increased suicide rate.

D. Since 2006-2007, 75% of MSAs had an increased homicide rate and increased suicide rate.

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5. Using data from CDC WISQARS, which region of the U.S. has the highest rate of deaths from firearm homicides?

A. South

B. Northeast

C. Midwest

D. West

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6. An analysis of firearm-related homicide data by The Washington Post showed that the U.S. homicide rate is how many times higher than rates in many other developed countries?

A. 4

B. 8

C. 10

D. 20

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7. From a 2004 national firearms survey in the U.S., which is the most common reason for owning a rifle or shotgun?

A. Self-protection

B. Family protection

C. Occupational

D. Sport shooting

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8. A public health approach emphasizes:

A. Focus on individual behavior

B. Restrictive laws and policies

C. Changing the environment

D. Mass media campaigns

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9. Examples of successful public health approaches have been documented in the area of:

A. Reducing binge drinking on college campuses

B. Reducing motor vehicle deaths

C. Reducing concussions

D. Reducing firearm injuries

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10. A prevention program built on the hypothesis that gun violence may be related to established local behavioral norms, is called:

A. Outbreak investigation

B. Stop Community Violence

C. Save our Streets

D. Mentoring for Success

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True or False

11. On the one-year anniversary of the Newtown, CT shootings, many state laws were passed that included more restrictions on firearms.

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12. In 2013, opponents of gun control measures spent $6.2 million, while those supporting gun control measures spend $1.6 million.

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13. According to CDC, using data from 2009 and 2010, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. and third leading cause of death for 10 to 19 year olds.

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14. In adolescents, for the years 2009 and 2010, CDC reports that more than half of all suicides were due to firearm injuries.

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15. Looking at CDC data from 2009 and 2010 about homicides and suicides in the 50 most populous U.S. metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs), researchers note extensive variation in different geographic locations.

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16. Efforts to delay access to lethal means in individuals deciding about suicide may be an effective public health prevention strategy.

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17. Data from the 2004 national firearms survey in the U.S. showed that firearms owners were more likely to be male, white, and from an urban area in the U.S.

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18. Data from the 2004 national firearms survey in the U.S. showed that nearly two-thirds of firearms in the U.S. were owned by 20% of gun owners.

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19. In multiple studies about firearm buy-back programs in the U.S., researchers concluded that most guns collected were similar to those used to commit homicides and suicides.

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20. A 1997 firearm buy-back program in Australia reduced total firearms by about 20%.

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21. In 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit upheld a Florida law restricting conversations between physicians and patients about firearm ownership.

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22. Major physician organizations such as the American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American College of Physicians have published written policy recommendations about firearm injuries and death.

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23. A cross-sectional study evaluating the relationship between states with firearm laws and firearm-related deaths showed no association between the two.

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24. Some experts call for multidisciplinary research models and teams, similar to the approach used by the National Transportation Safety Board in the U.S.

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25. Public health experts note a sound research base for firearm-related injuries, but failure to publish the results.

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Multiple Answer

26. In the period 2012 to 2014, which of the following advocacy organizations were formed with a goal to prevent firearm violence?

A. Moms Demand Action

B. Sandy Hook Promise

C. Campaign to Unload

D. Americans for Responsible Solutions

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27. Which of the following data sources provide some information about firearm injuries?

A. Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

B. Firearm and Injury Center at Penn

C. National Violent Death Registry System

D. Nationally Notifiable Disease Reporting System

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28. Using data from CDC WISQARS, which U.S. states have the highest rates of death from firearm suicides?

A. Maine

B. Alaska

C. Idaho

D. California

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29. In 2013, the Consortium for Risk-Based Firearm Policy recommended preventing temporary firearm access for people at increased risk for dangerous behavior, including which of the following?

A. Restraining orders for domestic violence

B. Multiple DUIs or controlled substance misdemeanors

C. Conviction of a violent misdemeanor

D. Failure to pay child support

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30. CDC recommends a public health approach to reduce firearm injuries that includes:

A. Using data

B. Defining risk and protective factors

C. Trying and evaluating different prevention approaches

D. Promoting evidence-based approaches

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Chapter 16 Preventing Firearm Injuries – A Public Health Issue
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Jan Kirk Carney

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