1120 - (20 qts) Flashcards
How does the World Health Organization (WHO) define health?
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease.
What is an example of a passive health promotion strategy?
Passive: Vitamin D in all milk and public health efforts to maintain clean water.
What is sleep apnea, and how does it impact health?
Repetitive pauses in breathing while sleeping; Disruption in sleep, hypertension, and increase of stoke or heart attack.
In Prochaska’s Change Theory, which stage involves denial of the need for change?
Precontemplation: No intention of changing actions or behaviours.
How can a support worker assist a client with psychological preparation for medical procedures?
- Explain the procedure in simple, understandable terms to help reduce fear of the unknown.
- Answer their questions or find someone who can to alleviate anxiety.
- Show empathy, validate feeling.
What does the “SMART” acronym stand for, and how is it used in goal setting?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely. It gives the goal more clarity and motivation to accomplish it.
How are the values, language, and beliefs passed down within a culture?
Family, education, tradition, community gatherings, communication, religion, etc.
How do hardy individuals respond to stress compared to others?
Hardy individuals tend to respond to stress by viewing it as a challenge, feeling more in control of the situation, and actively seeking solutions.
Three C’s of hardiness: commitment, control, challenge.
What defines a socially healthy person?
When people have stable and satisfying relationships.
Characteristics of socially healthy person:
Treat other with respect, accepting of differences, trust others.
Which nutrients are crucial for tissue repair?
Protein: for growth and tissue repair.
Vitamin C: protein that provides structure to tissue.
What are some characteristics of emotionally healthy individuals?
- Live a balanced life.
- Attend to all their needs.
- Like & accept themselves faults and all.
- They feel good about themselves.
What is REM sleep, and why is it important?
Rapid Eye Movement; important for good cognitive function, memory/emotional regulation & restoration.
What calories represent in relation to body energy?
Calories measure the energy food provides your body.
How is the overload principle applied in fitness and exercise?
The more we work our bodies, the stronger and fitter we become. Gradually increase the frequency and intensity of exercise but not to the point of pain.
What are some factors that influence environmental health?
Home, communities, school, workplace, culture, religion, etc.
How does having sense of purpose contribute to spiritual health?
Being spiritual healthy person finds fulfillment in finding a foundation for meaning in life.
What are the 3 C’s of emotional hardiness, and how do they help in coping with stress?
3 C’s: challenge, control, commitment.
Applying these helps with resilience when dealing with stress.
What are the key dimensions of health, and how do they interact?
Physical Health: affects emotional and mental wellbeing.
Emotional Health: impacts relationships & social health.
Social Health: influences mental and emotional wellbeing.
Mental Health: affects physical and emotional health.
Spiritual Health: provide purpose and meaning (influencing overall wellbeing)
How is cognitive health maintained and improved?
Achieved by keeping the mind effective and creative throughout life.
It is improved when often involved in learning activities:
Formal learning - organized, institution learning models (school).
Informal learning - playing, reading newspaper.
What does it mean to provide holistic health care?
Considering all the dimensions of health:
- Physical
- Emotional
- Social
- Cognitive
- Spiritual
What is holism?
A concept that recognizes the whole person - all five dimensions
What are the 12 determinants of health?
- Income and Social Status
- Social support networks
- Education and Literacy
- Employment and Working Conditions
- Social supports
- Physical environments
- Personal health practices
- Healthy child development
- Biology and Generic Endowment
- Health Services
- Gender
- Culture
What is health promotion & health prevention?
Promotion: aimed at improving health, not just preventing.
Prevention: strategies to reduce risk factors for disease.
What are nutrients?
Substances used by the body as fuel
