Unit 4 + 5 Review

Which population is at the highest risk of living in a food desert?

• Low-income communities in urban and rural areas

• High-income suburbs

• Tourist-centered communities

• College towns

A region with limited access to affordable and nutritious food is best described as a:

• Food oasis

• Food swamp

• Food desert

• Food forest

Which statement BEST describes food deserts?

• They occur in both rural and urban low-income areas

• They are found mostly in wealthy cities

• They always lack all food options

• They are limited to rural communities

What is a main reason large grocery stores may avoid food desert areas?

• Lack of farming resources

• Limited profit margins

• Strict zoning laws

• Competition from local farmers

Living in a food desert increases the risk of all of the following EXCEPT:

• Type 2 diabetes

• Obesity

• Diet-related chronic illness

• Improved overall health outcomes

When healthy food is available but too expensive for residents, the area is called a:

• Food oasis

• Food desert

• Food mirage

• Food swamp

An area dominated by fast-food restaurants and convenience stores is referred to as a:

• Food forest

• Food desert

• Food swamp

• Food mirage

Differences in health outcomes between groups of people are known as:

• Health equity

• Food insecurity

• Health disparities

• Cultural competence

Which scenario represents a health disparity?

• Increased funding for free clinics

• A hospital expanding services

• Minority populations receiving lower-quality care

• Universal healthcare coverage

Which factor commonly limits healthcare access in rural communities?

• High number of nearby hospitals

• Long travel distances and transportation issues

• Lower healthcare needs

• Greater availability of specialists