1) Which of the following are risk factors for Non Communicable Diseases and diseases under NPCDCS programme?
1) Tobacco use
2) Alcohol consumption
3) Obesity
a. 1, 2
b. 2
c. 1, 3
d. All of the above
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Answer
Explanation
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ANSWER: All of the above
Explanation:
- Major risk factors for these NCDs are raised blood pressure, cholesterol, tobacco use, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, alcohol consumption, and obesity which are modifiable.
- Hence a majority of cancers and Cardio-Vascular Diseases (CVDs) can be prevented and treated if diagnosed at an early stage.
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2) Which of the following diseases are covered under the NPCDCS programme?
1) Chronic obstructed pulmonary disease
2) Diabetes
3) Cancer
4) Stroke
a. 1, 2, 4
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2
d. All of the above
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Answer
Explanation
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ANSWER: 2, 3, 4
Explanation:
- National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke (NPCDCS) focuses on reducing risk of non-Communicable diseases.
- The focus of the programme is on health promotion and prevention, strengthening of infrastructure including human resources, early diagnosis and management and integration with the primary health care system through NCD cells at different levels.
- National Cancer Control Programme, an on-going programme, has been integrated under NPCDCS.
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