Chapter 1 Flashcards
What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization?
A state of complete physical, psychological and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Define wellness.
The state or condition of being in good physical and mental health.
What is illness?
A disease or period of sickness affecting the body or mind.
List the five identifiable stages of illness behavior according to Suchman.
- Stage 1: Symptom experience
- Stage 2: Assumption of the sick role
- Stage 3: Medical care contact
- Stage 4: Dependent
- Stage 5: Recovery / rehabilitation
What are the three types of health care services?
- Primary prevention: health promotion and illness prevention
- Secondary prevention: diagnosis and treatment
- Tertiary prevention: rehabilitation, health restoration, and palliative care.
What is the role of nurses in health promotion?
Providing information in the form of health teaching.
What does preventative health care aim to do?
Informs populations, promotes healthy lifestyles, and provides early treatment for illnesses.
How is a profession defined?
A disciplined group of individuals who adhere to ethical standards and possess special knowledge and skills in a widely recognized body of learning.
What two aspects can nursing be described as?
Both an art and a science.
List the basic roles in nursing care.
- Caregiver
- Communicator
- Teacher
- Client Advocate
- Counselor
- Change Agent
- Leader
- Manager
True or False: Health is considered a fundamental human right.
True
Fill in the blank: Nursing can be described as both an art and a _______.
[science]
What is the significance of the health and illness continuum?
It illustrates the range of health states from wellness to illness.
Who are some authors mentioned in the educational content?
- Patricia A. Potter
- Anne Griffin Perry
- Patricia Stockert
- Amy Hall
- Nadia R. Singh
- Barbara L. Yoost
- Lynne R. Crawford
- Janet R. Weber
- Jane Kelley
