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Iph2311:Disease Surveillance Question Paper

Iph2311:Disease Surveillance

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2013

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question one and any other two questions
QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) Identify four reasons why reliable reporting in disease surveillance is important.
(4 Marks)
(b) Outline four diseases that require immediate reporting. (3 Marks)
(c) Explain what you understand by zero (0) reporting. (3 Marks)
(d) Identify four types of disease surveillance. (4 Marks)
(e) Explain four roles of laboratory in disease surveillance. (4 Marks)
(f) Explain the importance of data analysis and interpretation in disease surveillance.
(3 Marks)
(g) Identify four components of epidemic preparedness. (4 Marks)
(h) Explain four best practices for effective communication. (4 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
Romours can be a big distractor in disease surveillance. Giving examples, describe how a disease
surveillance officer can address the rumours. (20 Marks)
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QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Explain what you understand by standard case definition. (4 Marks)
(b) Describe the importance of using standard case definition. (16 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
Giving examples to illustrate you answer, explain the importance of data analysis and
interpretation in disease surveillance. (20 Marks)

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