Community Engagement Orientation

A set of flashcards focused on key concepts related to community engagement, public health, and ethical standards based on the lecture notes.

Cultural Sensitivity

The practice of being aware of and respecting cultural differences and the norms of community members.

Informed Consent

A process by which students must obtain both verbal and written permission from participants before conducting interviews or surveys.

Active Listening

A communication technique that involves fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what the speaker says.

Ethical Note-taking

The practice of accurately recording information during interviews while protecting the privacy of participants.

Public Health

The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices.

Social Determinants of Health

The conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that affect health outcomes.

Emergency Protocols

Procedures to follow in emergencies, such as stopping activities, staying with the group, and informing the instructor.

Data Integrity

The accuracy and consistency of data collected, which must be recorded truthfully without fabrication.

Community Health

A branch of public health focused on improving health outcomes for people in a specific geographic area.

Three P's of Public Health

Preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health.

Epidemiology

The study of how diseases spread and affect populations.

Levels of Prevention

Three tiers of prevention in public health: Primary (preventing illness), Secondary (minimizing severity), and Tertiary (minimizing disability).

Professional Conduct

Expected behaviors that include maintaining respect, confidentiality, and ethical standards during community visits.

Emergency Protocols

Guidelines for handling situations where a student may feel unwell or when unsafe conditions arise.

Community Engagement

The process of building relationships with community members to enhance their health and well-being.

Voluntary Participation

The principle that participants in research should not feel pressured to take part and can withdraw at any time.