POL 210-001 EXAM 1 REVIEW

Health policy #1

What is the impact of federalism on health policymaking in the United States?

Federalism creates a complex relationship between regional and federal governments collaborating to improve health, but with regional policies targeting specific issues and federal policies setting broad standards.

How does the 10th Amendment influence states' governments in public health policy?

The 10th Amendment reserves powers to the states, allowing them to tailor public health policies to local needs, leading to innovation but also potential disparities in health outcomes.

What does the policy process refer to?

The policy process refers to the series of steps—including agenda setting, formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation—that governments follow to create and evaluate policies.

How does health policy impact health determinants and status?

Health policy influences determinants like access, quality of care, and education, which ultimately affect population health status by addressing social and economic factors.

List some health determinants.

Social and economic status, education, physical environment, genetics, access to healthcare, health behaviors, cultural factors.

What are the types of health policy?

Regulatory policies, allocative policies, and public health policies that focus on disease prevention and health promotion.

What is the most active area of federal legislation in healthcare?

The regulation of health insurance, especially through programs like Medicare and Medicaid.

What resources are necessary for producing health services?

A well-trained healthcare workforce, medical facilities, equipment, pharmaceuticals, and technology.

What is the policy-making process?

The interaction among legislature, bureaucracy, and interest groups that affects public policies through negotiation and collaboration.

Which school of thought emphasizes the role of interest groups in health policy?

The pluralist school of thought, which argues that multiple interest groups compete to influence policy outcomes.

Who are the suppliers of health policies?

Suppliers include government agencies, non-profit organizations, private companies, and professional associations that advocate for health policy initiatives.

What factors influence access to care?

Economic status, geographic location, availability of providers, insurance coverage, and social determinants.

Differentiate between demanders and suppliers of health policy.

Demanders seek to influence policy for their needs, while suppliers create and implement policies.