Homelessness and healthcare quiz

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This quiz is aimed at consolidating your learning from across the resource.

The answers will be provided as a separate pdf document so it might be a good idea to keep a note of your answers as well.

1.1. Which coloured flag should be considered? What should the therapist be aware of with regards to this coloured flag?

2.2. You need a permanent address to register with a GP.

True

False

3.3. What is the main cause of musculoskeletal injuires in the homeless population?

4.4. Name 3 of the 8 health complaints mentioned

5.5. Which percentage of the population have musculoskeletal injuries according to the British School of Osteopathy?

28%

41%

38%

6.6. According to Fisher et al homeless people complain of chronic pain most in which region of the body?

Upper limbs

Lower limbs

Back

Abdomen

7.7. What is the avergae life expectancy of homeless males and females?

Male - 45

Male - 47

Male - 50

Female - 43

Female - 41

Female - 48

8.8. What classifies someone as homeless?