Introduction to community Health Nursing
Tutorial - Unit 5 & 6
1. Identify safe waste disposal and its effect on human health in urban and
ruralareas.
2. Identify the different types of waste generated in the Maldives and its
relationto health.
3. Define Noise pollution
4. List 3 courses of Noise pollution
5. List 5 Adverse health effect of Noise pollution
6. List at least 4 Prevention measure of Noise pollution
7. Define Water pollution
8. List 3 courses of Water pollution
9. List 5 Adverse health effect of Water pollution
10. List at least 4 Prevention measure of Water pollution
11. List 5 implication of water contamination
12. Define Land pollution
13. List 3 courses of Land pollution
14. List 5 Adverse health effect of Land pollution
15. List at least 4 Prevention measure of Land pollution
16. Differentiate biodegradable waste and non-biodegradable waste with example?
17. Define Air pollution
18. List 3 courses of Air pollution
19. List 5 Adverse health effect of Air pollution
20. List at least 4 Prevention measure of Air pollution
21. Unsafe waste disposal methods have a lot of impact on health. List any five.
22. Define Marine pollution
23. List 3 courses of Marine pollution
24. List 5 Adverse health effect of Marine pollution
25. List at least 4 Prevention measure of Marine pollution
1. Identify safe waste disposal and its effect on human health in urban
and rural areas.
Safe waste disposal refers to methods like recycling, composting, sanitary
landfills, and incineration that prevent harm to people and the environment.
Urban areas: Prevents disease outbreaks, controls pest populations, and
reduces pollution.
Rural areas: Reduces groundwater contamination, keeps food and water
sources safe, and limits exposure to hazardous waste.
2. Identify the different types of waste generated in the Maldives and its
relation to health.
Types of waste: Household waste, plastic, food waste, sewage, tourism-
related waste, medical waste, and marine debris.
Relation to health: Improper handling can lead to respiratory issues,
vector-borne diseases (like dengue), water contamination, and infections
from sharp or hazardous waste.
3. Define Noise Pollution
Noise pollution is unwanted or harmful sound that disrupts the normal acoustic
environment and negatively affects human health and comfort.
4. List 3 causes of Noise Pollution
1. Traffic (vehicles, horns)
2. Construction activities
3. Loud music and industrial machinery
5. List 5 Adverse Health Effects of Noise Pollution
1. Hearing loss
2. Sleep disturbances
3. Increased stress levels
4. High blood pressure
5. Decreased concentration and productivity
6. List at least 4 Prevention Measures of Noise Pollution
1. Use of noise barriers
2. Enforce laws on acceptable noise levels
3. Proper urban planning
4. Using quieter machinery or soundproofing buildings
7. Define Water Pollution
Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies (rivers, lakes, oceans) due to
harmful substances, making it unsafe for drinking, cooking, bathing, and other
uses.
8. List 3 Causes of Water Pollution
1. Sewage and wastewater discharge
2. Industrial effluents
3. Agricultural runoff (fertilizers and pesticides)
9. List 5 Adverse Health Effects of Water Pollution
1. Diarrhea and cholera
2. Skin infections
3. Hepatitis A and E
4. Parasitic diseases
5. Neurological issues due to heavy metals
10. List at least 4 Prevention Measures of Water Pollution
1. Treating sewage before discharge
2. Using eco-friendly agricultural practices
3. Reducing plastic and chemical waste
4. Public education on waste disposal
11. List 5 Implications of Water Contamination
1. Spread of waterborne diseases
2. Shortage of clean drinking water
3. Ecosystem destruction
4. Reduced agricultural productivity
5. Economic burden on healthcare systems
12. Define Land Pollution
Land pollution is the degradation of land due to the accumulation of solid and
liquid waste, chemicals, or deforestation.
13. List 3 Causes of Land Pollution
1. Improper waste disposal
2. Use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
3. Industrial dumping
14. List 5 Adverse Health Effects of Land Pollution
1. Skin diseases and allergies
2. Respiratory problems
3. Birth defects from toxic exposure
4. Poisoning from contaminated soil
5. Increased risk of cancer
15. List at least 4 Prevention Measures of Land Pollution
1. Promote recycling and reuse
2. Proper waste segregation and disposal
3. Use organic farming methods
4. Limit deforestation and promote reforestation
16. Differentiate Biodegradable Waste and Non-Biodegradable Waste
with Examples
Biodegradable waste: Breaks down naturally (e.g., food scraps, paper,
leaves)
Non-biodegradable waste: Does not decompose easily (e.g., plastic, metal,
glass)
17. Define Air Pollution
Air pollution is the presence of harmful substances (gases, dust, smoke) in the air
that affect human health and the environment.
18. List 3 Causes of Air Pollution
1. Vehicle emissions
2. Industrial activities
3. Burning of fossil fuels and biomass
19. List 5 Adverse Health Effects of Air Pollution
1. Asthma and respiratory diseases
2. Cardiovascular problems
3. Lung cancer
4. Eye irritation
5. Premature death in vulnerable populations
20. List at least 4 Prevention Measures of Air Pollution
1. Use of public transport or electric vehicles
2. Regulations on industrial emissions
3. Afforestation
4. Promote clean energy sources
21. Unsafe Waste Disposal Methods Have a Lot of Impact on Health.
List Any Five.
1. Spread of infectious diseases
2. Groundwater contamination
3. Air pollution from open burning
4. Breeding grounds for mosquitoes and rodents
5. Injuries from sharp or toxic waste
22. Define Marine Pollution
Marine pollution is the introduction of harmful substances (e.g., plastics,
chemicals, oil) into oceans and seas, harming marine life and human health.
23. List 3 Causes of Marine Pollution
1. Oil spills
2. Plastic waste from coastal areas and ships
3. Untreated sewage discharge into the sea
24. List 5 Adverse Health Effects of Marine Pollution
1. Seafood contamination leading to poisoning
2. Skin diseases from polluted water contact
3. Spread of waterborne diseases
4. Disruption of marine food chain
5. Economic loss for fisheries and tourism
25. List at least 4 Prevention Measures of Marine Pollution
1. Proper disposal and recycling of plastic
2. Wastewater treatment before ocean discharge
3. Regulations against dumping waste at sea
4. Public awareness campaigns on ocean protection
