Chapter 1 Flashcards
Health
the condition of being sound in mind, body and spirit
WHO definition of health:
a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Lifestyle changes promoting optimal health can be facilitated through
- Enhance self-awareness and knowledge of healthy habits
- Change behaviors that interfere with good health
- Create environments that support good health practices
Behaviors that put people at risk:
- Smoking and other forms of tobacco use
- Eating high fat and low fiber foods
- Not engaging in enough physical activity
- Abusing alcohol or other drugs
- Not availing oneself of proven medical methods for preventing disease or diagnosing disease (flu shots & evidence based screening)
- Engaging in violent behavior or behavior that may cause unintentional injuries
NIH wellness definition:
an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a more successful existence
Corbin dimension of wellness:
physical wellness spiritual wellness social wellness psychological wellness emotional wellness intellectual wellness
Physical wellness:
positive perception and expectation of health; ability to meet demand of work and use free time
Spiritual wellness:
belief in unifying force between the mind and body; included a person’s ability to establish values and act on a system of beliefs as well as to establish and carry out meaningful life goals.
Social wellness
perception of having support available from family and friends in times of need and the perception of being valued support provider; ability to interact with others and establish relationships the enhance quality of life
Psychological wellness
general perception that one will experience positive outcomes to the events and circumstances in life
Emotional wellness
progression of a secure self-identity and a positive sense of self-regard, both of which are facets of self-esteem; includes the ability to cope with daily circumstances and to deal with personal feeling in a positive, optimistic and constructive manner
Intellectual wellness
perception of being internally energized by an optimal amount of intellectually stimulating activity.
Clinebell dimensions
spiritual mental physical relationship work play wellbeing of our world
Spiritual Well-Being Dimension
incorporates healthy religious beliefs, practices, values and institutions that energize and enrich all aspects of our lives; addresses an individual’s need for purpose, guidance, meaning and values
Mental Well-being Dimension
represents interdependence of mind and body that manifests itself in our mental and physical health
Physical Well-being Dimension:
reflects the body’s health; ability to experience sensations without pain
Relationship Well-being Dimension
incorporates the need for nurturing and love
Work Well-Being Dimension:
satisfies the thirst for purpose; purpose in one’s vocation
Play Well-Being Dimension:
acknowledges that play provides the individual with laughter, cheer, energy and balance
Well-being of Our World Dimension
reflects an individual’s perspective on living in a healthy environment and protecting natural resources
What does Clinebell say the most important dimension is?
relationship well-being dimension
Travis and Ryan continuum of wellness:
illustrates the effect of wellness on health and premature death
Signs of pathology:
abnormal blood tests, hypertension, etc: cannot be detected by individual, but can be detected by medical tests
Symptoms of pathology
generally, more subjective, include reports of pain, fatigue, etc
Disability:
the inability to engage in gainful activity or work and commonly ensues when the individual feels very ill.
Social Security Administration definition of disability
an inability to engage in any substantial gainful work activity because of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment that is expected to last for 12 continuous months or results in death
What is at the center of Ardell’s model of wellness?
self responsibility
WHO definition of quality of life:
the individual’s perception of their positions in life, in the context of the cultural and value systems in which they live, and in the relation to their goals, expectations, standards and concerns
WHO quality of life measure domains:
i. Physical health
ii. Psychological health
iii. Level of independence
iv. Social relationships
v. Environment
vi. Spiritual
Holistic perspective
looks beyond physical functioning of the individual and recognizes the importance of multiple factors contributing to good health and optimal wellness, emphasizing the unity of mind, spirit and body
Holistic medical practice involves the following principles of care:
i. Optimal health is the primary goal of holistic medical practice
ii. Love has healing power
iii. Holistic medicine addresses the whole person
iv. Treatment emphasizes prevention
v. Holistic care relies on innate healing power
vi. Holistic medicine integrates healing systems
vii. Holistic medicines offer relationship-centered care
viii. Individuality is emphasized
ix. Holistic practitioners teach by example
x. Holistic care incorporates a lifetime of learning opportunities
Primary prevention:
preventing a target condition in a susceptible or potentially susceptible population through specific measures, such as general health promotion efforts
Secondary prevention:
decreasing the duration of illness, severity of disease, and number or sequelae through early diagnosis and prompt intervention
Tertiary prevention
limiting the degree of disability and promoting rehabilitation and restoration of function in patients with chronic or reversible disease
Difference between dietician and nutritionist:
i. Nutritionists are not considered legal experts because training varies between individuals
ii. Registered dietician (RDs) or registered dietician nutritionist (RDNs) are legally considers experts because they have specialized professional training that expands their knowledge for practicing in a broad array of setting
