Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) Practice Exam

What is a characteristic of Universal Strategies in prevention programs?

1. They only focus on diagnosed individuals

2. They involve specific risk identification

3. They aim to improve overall community health

4. They target lower-risk populations specifically

The correct answer is: They aim to improve overall community health

Universal strategies in prevention programs are designed to reach the entire population or community rather than targeting specific groups based on identified risk factors. The primary goal of these strategies is to improve overall community health by promoting well-being and preventing issues before they can arise. By focusing on the broad community, universal strategies encourage participation from all members, enhancing resilience and fostering a healthier environment for everyone. The other choices reflect approaches that concentrate on specific sub-groups or individuals with particular needs or risks. For instance, focusing exclusively on diagnosed individuals would limit effectiveness and exclude larger populations who may benefit from preventive measures. Similarly, pinpointing specific risk identification or targeting lower-risk populations does not align with the universal strategy's inclusive objectives, as these approaches are more focused and less comprehensive than universal strategies aim to be.